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I haven't been able to I.D. the correct molded radiator hoses for my S-11.
I have no problem locating them for the (1941-42) S-10. Are there any differences?
Yup. At least from 41-48 there is no change in where the radiator and the engine block are so the 42 should fit.
Ed K
Thanks Ed ! I was under the mistaken impression that the '41 AND the '42 were both "S-10".
Now I understand that the '41s were still in the S-9 series, and that S-10 began with the 1942 models. learning that the S-10 Engine location was the same as with the S-11 pretty much "answers my question". The only vendor that even provides information on these hoses (for the S-10) is Rock Auto, which is now my "go-to" supplier for anything that Andy Bernbaum doesn't offer. I was completely unfamiliar with Rock Auto until Mark Kubancik answered my "brake shoe pin" question, suggesting Rock Auto, and that is where I finally found what I needed for my brakes. I couldn't have solved that problem if Mark had not informed me that the brake cylinder rebuild kit for a '55 DeSoto "used the same pins" as what I needed.
Problem solved...I found everything I needed for my '47 on Rock Auto website.
If your S-11 needs new radiator hoses, here is what they can supply:
Lower hose: Gates #20121,
Upper hose: DAYCO # 81291 (universal flex hose),
Hose Clamps: Gates# 32034 (10 pack)
