{"product_id":"radiator-coolant-silicone-hose-kit-for-chevy-corvette-1991-1996-5-7l-lt1-2-hose-kit","title":"Radiator Coolant Silicone Hose Kit for Chevy Corvette (1991-1996) 5.7L LT1 - 2 Hose Kit","description":"\u003ch2\u003eReinforced Radiator Coolant Silicone Hose Kit for 1991-1996 Chevrolet Corvette\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUpgrades aging factory rubber coolant lines to high-pressure silicone:\u003c\/strong\u003e Replaces factory EPDM rubber radiator hoses with multi-layer silicone to prevent coolant leaks and withstand extreme under-hood temperatures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \n  \u003ch3\u003eThe Stock Corvette Cooling System Degradation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe C4 Corvette's tight engine bay packaging surrounding the 5.7L LT1 traps significant ambient heat, taking a severe toll on factory EPDM rubber coolant hoses over decades of thermal cycling. As the OEM rubber degrades, it loses elasticity, becoming brittle and prone to structural failure under standard operating pressures. This material fatigue often leads to microscopic tearing at the clamping points, resulting in slow coolant leaks or catastrophic hose blowouts during high-temperature idling or heavy acceleration. Furthermore, standard rubber hoses naturally swell and balloon as they age, causing pressure drops and localized hot spots within the cooling tract.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \n  \u003ch3\u003eThe Engineering Solution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThis 2-piece silicone radiator hose kit re-engineers the coolant routing with high-grade, 4.5mm thick silicone reinforced with 3-ply nylon webbing. Unlike standard rubber, this multi-layered construction maintains absolute structural integrity through violent thermal shifts, operating flawlessly from -65°F up to 500°F. The nylon reinforcement eliminates wall expansion under load, sustaining a steady flow of coolant to the radiator without pressure loss. Designed to handle a working pressure of 85 PSI and an extreme burst pressure of 245 PSI, these hoses provide massive overhead compared to standard 15-18 PSI radiator cap limits. Upgraded hardware is included to ensure an even clamping force, preventing the cold-leak issues common with standard worm-gear bands cutting into soft lines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \n  \u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003ctable width=\"100%\" style=\"border-collapse: collapse; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFitment\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e1991-1996 Chevrolet Corvette\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEngine \/ Chassis\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003eGen II LT1 \/ C4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStock Output\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e300 hp \/ 340 lb-ft (Approx)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003eN\/A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n \n  \u003ch3\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e1991-1996 Chevrolet Corvette 5.7L LT1 V8\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eThe Chevrolet Muscle Caliber\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eBuilt to handle the extreme heat generation of small-block V8 power, this hose upgrade ensures your C4's cooling system remains bulletproof during track days, spirited canyon runs, or intense summer cruising.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VelocityMax","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48363383226616,"sku":"DS-EXS3N90WL","price":79.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/1290\/2648\/files\/radiator-coolant-silicone-hose-kit-for-chevy-corvette-1991-1996-5-7l-lt1-2-hose-kit-1.webp?v=1778615852","url":"https:\/\/performancechiptuning.com\/products\/radiator-coolant-silicone-hose-kit-for-chevy-corvette-1991-1996-5-7l-lt1-2-hose-kit","provider":"Performance Chip Tuning","version":"1.0","type":"link"}