Continental Contitech 20017165 Straight Radiator Hose

Product Description

The CONTINENTAL CONTITECH 20017165 is a straight radiator hose built for coolant system service in automotive and light-duty commercial applications. Constructed from Versgard EPDM rubber, the hose handles a maximum working pressure of 150 psi and a maximum temperature of 300 degrees F, making it suitable for high-demand cooling systems that run hot under load. At 3 feet in length with a 1.75-inch inside diameter, it gives technicians a workable section that can be cut to fit or installed as a direct straight-run replacement. The blue EPDM compound resists coolant degradation, ozone, and heat cycling better than standard neoprene hoses.

This hose is used in radiator coolant circuits where a straight hose section is required between the radiator outlet, water pump inlet, or heater core connection. The 3-foot length accommodates a range of routing scenarios in passenger vehicles, light trucks, and stationary engine cooling loops. Automotive technicians and fleet maintenance shops typically stock straight radiator hose by the foot and cut to length on the vehicle. The EPDM material is compatible with ethylene glycol-based antifreeze coolants used in modern cooling systems.

Key Features

• Versgard EPDM construction resists heat, ozone, and glycol-based coolant fluids
• 150 psi maximum working pressure suits pressurized cooling system service
• 300 degrees F maximum temperature rating handles high-output engine environments
• 1.75-inch inside diameter fits common radiator and heater hose connection sizes
• 3-foot straight length allows custom cuts for varied routing requirements
• Blue hose color aids visual identification during inspection

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement straight radiator hose for automotive and light-duty commercial cooling systems requiring a 1.75-inch inside diameter straight section.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a qualified automotive or mechanical technician. Drain and safely dispose of coolant before removing the existing hose, and allow the engine to cool completely before beginning work. Secure both hose ends with appropriately sized hose clamps and torque per the vehicle manufacturer specification. Refill and bleed the cooling system per the manufacturer procedure and pressure-test before returning the vehicle to service.