matt_corradovr6 0 Posted November 12, 2006 had timing chains, electric water pump and some other bits changed on the weekend, and whilst out driving, the top hose was blown off and all the coolant pissed out! hose put back onand the original spring clip replaced with a jubilee clip. what would make the hose come off. all the temps were fine and i wasn't bootin it. mechanic triple checked all last night and took out for hard test drive and all good. am stumped as to why this has happened. n.b. head gasket started to leak a bit too, would this affect??? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
matt_corradovr6 0 Posted November 12, 2006 also have to drive back to eastbourne from wycombe tonight and really need to have mind at ease that it won't cain my engine!!!! could it just be old clip?? car has had new rad twice, gear box out etcso hose on a nd off a few times?? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
craigowl 0 Posted November 13, 2006 Ideally, metal pipe that hose slips onto should be degreased with thinner or similar, I would say. It is recommended with silicon hoses anyway, though they will be more prone to slipping off than the ordinary type. I always replace hose clips with stainless steel jubilees if I can. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
