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Topsterguy · 12-25-2013, 03:10 PM

I've got a stock 36 rad in my 36 coupe, the top rad hose bungs are under the tank and point pretty much straight down. I have a 39 flathead in it so the outlets on the heads are in the center, same as a stock '36 motor. I haven't been able to find anyone that has replacement hoses for this or even the dress up hose kits. A guy can probably make them up with exhaust pipe and rubber bends but that get's pretty expensive buying complete hoses just for the bends. Ideas???

ford38v8 · 12-25-2013, 03:18 PM

The usual fix is to use flex hoses.

Topsterguy · 12-25-2013, 03:22 PM

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Originally Posted by ford38v8

The usual fix is to use flex hoses.

Yeah I was thinking of that, but hoped maybe there was a better looking alternative. Thanks!

uncle buck · 12-25-2013, 03:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Topsterguy

. I have a 39 flathead in it so the outlets on the heads are in the center, same as a stock '36 motor. I haven't been able to find anyone that has replacement hoses for this or even the dress up hose kits. Ideas???

The '36 hoses are in the front of the engine and straight. The hoses connect to the water pumps mounted in the front of the heads from 32-36. You will probably have to use 2 sharp 90 degree hoses with a pipe connection or bend up some exh pipe as you mentioned

deuce lover · 12-25-2013, 03:35 PM

Here pics of the later flathead in my old 35 sedan(orig rad) and 36 coupe.The 36 had the Walker rad in it.I got the hoses at NAPA.I took an old wire coat hanger and bent it to the shape I wanted then went to NAPA and found what would work.Hope this helps.

Topsterguy · 12-25-2013, 03:41 PM

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Originally Posted by uncle buck

The '36 hoses are in the front of the engine and straight. The hoses connect to the water pumps mounted in the front of the heads from 32-36. You will probably have to use 2 sharp 90 degree hoses with a pipe connection or bend up some exh pipe as you mentioned

Ahh Haaa! That explains it - thanks!

Topsterguy · 12-25-2013, 03:42 PM

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Originally Posted by deuce lover

Here pics of the later flathead in my old 35 sedan(orig rad) and 36 coupe.The 36 had the Walker rad in it.I got the hoses at NAPA.I took an old wire coat hanger and bent it to the shape I wanted then went to NAPA and found what would work.Hope this helps.

That's what I'm thinking...thanks!

Lawson Cox · 12-25-2013, 04:20 PM

A hose to use with the later flathead in earlier car has been on the market for some time now. Sorry I don't have the part number. Made by Gates. Napa has same hose but a different number.

Lawson Cox · 12-25-2013, 04:22 PM

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Originally Posted by deuce lover

Here pics of the later flathead in my old 35 sedan(orig rad) and 36 coupe.The 36 had the Walker rad in it.I got the hoses at NAPA.I took an old wire coat hanger and bent it to the shape I wanted then went to NAPA and found what would work.Hope this helps.

How about posting the NAPA part number for that hose.

Topsterguy · 12-25-2013, 04:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Lawson Cox

How about posting the NAPA part number for that hose.

Thanks! Now THAT'D be great!!!!

JM 35 Sedan · 12-25-2013, 05:21 PM

I used Gates #21253 as upper radiator hoses when I installed a 59ab engine in a '35 Ford tudor sedan. I bought these hoses from NAPA but don't have their crossover number handy. This would also work with a '39 engine in a '36 passenger car. If you use the search function here and plug in "gates radiator hose" you will find many other posts on this same subject.

Topsterguy · 12-25-2013, 06:05 PM

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Originally Posted by JM 35 Sedan

I used Gates #21253 as upper radiator hoses when I installed a 59ab engine in a '35 Ford tudor sedan. I bought these hoses from NAPA but don't have their crossover number handy. This would also work with a '39 engine in a '36 passenger car. If you use the search function here and plug in "gates radiator hose" you will find many other posts on this same subject.

This is perfect and much appreciated! Ed Pitts posted a thread and mentioned Gates 21253 uppers and 20151 for the lowers.He also mentioned using a Napa fan bely # 22545 when using a fan mounted alternator. Thanks again!

uncle buck · 12-25-2013, 09:38 PM

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Originally Posted by Lawson Cox

How about posting the NAPA part number for that hose.

NAPA # 7964 for upper

Topsterguy · 12-26-2013, 12:47 AM

Great thread, folks, and one that will be referred to many times I think!

Kerk · 12-26-2013, 08:17 AM

Radiator Top H0ses W/59 Engine? What is the hose part number if you haveit Please?? Kerk

Topsterguy · 12-27-2013, 05:09 PM

Tried finding this hose across Canada through NAPA and another parts house using both part numbers and nothing around anywhere!

12-25-2013, 03:10 PM	#1
Topsterguy Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Victoria BC Canada Posts: 354	'36 Ford radiator hoses I've got a stock 36 rad in my 36 coupe, the top rad hose bungs are under the tank and point pretty much straight down. I have a 39 flathead in it so the outlets on the heads are in the center, same as a stock '36 motor. I haven't been able to find anyone that has replacement hoses for this or even the dress up hose kits. A guy can probably make them up with exhaust pipe and rubber bends but that get's pretty expensive buying complete hoses just for the bends. Ideas???

12-25-2013, 04:20 PM	#8
Lawson Cox Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Above the gnat line in Georgia Posts: 7,009	Re: '36 Ford radiator hoses A hose to use with the later flathead in earlier car has been on the market for some time now. Sorry I don't have the part number. Made by Gates. Napa has same hose but a different number. __________________ Life is like a roll of toilet paper. The closer to the end, the faster it goes. It is better to be seen, than viewed. "We sleep safe in our beds because rough men stand ready in the night to visit violence on those who would do us harm".

12-25-2013, 05:21 PM	#11
JM 35 Sedan Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Near Rising Sun, Maryland Posts: 10,858	Re: '36 Ford radiator hoses I used Gates #21253 as upper radiator hoses when I installed a 59ab engine in a '35 Ford tudor sedan. I bought these hoses from NAPA but don't have their crossover number handy. This would also work with a '39 engine in a '36 passenger car. If you use the search function here and plug in "gates radiator hose" you will find many other posts on this same subject. __________________ *John* *"Never give up on what you really want to do. The person with big dreams is more powerful than one with all the facts". Albert Einstein*

12-26-2013, 12:47 AM	#14
Topsterguy Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Victoria BC Canada Posts: 354	Re: '36 Ford radiator hoses Great thread, folks, and one that will be referred to many times I think!

12-26-2013, 08:17 AM	#15
Kerk Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Posts: 642	Re: '36 Ford radiator hoses Radiator Top H0ses W/59 Engine? What is the hose part number if you haveit Please?? Kerk

12-25-2013, 03:18 PM	#2
ford38v8 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: SF Bay Area Posts: 6,646	Re: '36 Ford radiator hoses The usual fix is to use flex hoses. __________________ Alan

12-27-2013, 05:09 PM	#16
Topsterguy Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Victoria BC Canada Posts: 354	Re: '36 Ford radiator hoses Tried finding this hose across Canada through NAPA and another parts house using both part numbers and nothing around anywhere!