{"product_id":"silicone-hose-kit-for-ford-f-150-f-250-f-350-bronco-1988-1994-5-0l-5-8l","title":"Silicone Hose Kit for Ford F-150 F-250 F-350 Bronco (1988-1994) 5.0L 5.8L","description":"\u003ch2\u003eHigh-Temp Silicone Radiator Hose Kit for 1988-1994 Ford F-150, F-250, F-350, Bronco\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat it Does:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Silicone Hose Kit replaces the failure-prone factory EPDM rubber coolant lines on 1988-1994 Ford trucks and SUVs to prevent burst hoses, withstand elevated coolant temperatures, and maintain reliable cooling under heavy load.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Stock Ford Truck Rubber Hose Degradation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFactory coolant hoses on the \u003cstrong\u003eEighth Generation (Bricknose)\u003c\/strong\u003e and early \u003cstrong\u003eNinth Generation (OBS)\u003c\/strong\u003e Ford F-Series trucks rely on conventional vulcanized EPDM rubber. Over decades of thermal cycling, engine bay heat soak, and chemical contact with ethylene glycol, OEM rubber suffers from electrochemical degradation (ECD). The inner wall develops micro-fissures, softens, and loses structural tensile strength. Under sustained towing or trail operation, degraded hoses swell under standard 13-16 PSI radiator cap operating pressures, risk ballooning at hose clamp junctions, or suffer catastrophic lower hose suction collapse at high engine RPM, cutting off critical coolant flow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Engineering Solution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis replacement hose kit utilizes premium multi-ply reinforced silicone construction featuring an oil-resistant, high-durometer fluorocarbon inner liner and multi-layer polyester mesh reinforcement. Formulated to operate across an extreme temperature envelope from -65°F to +350°F, the reinforced plies eliminate wall expansion, burst risks, and suction collapse without hardening or cracking over time. Molded directly to OE factory routing contours for the \u003cstrong\u003eFord Windsor small-block\u003c\/strong\u003e platform, each hose delivers a smooth internal bore that minimizes hydrodynamic friction, maintaining stable coolant circulation between the water pump, thermostat housing, and radiator core.\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; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eFitment\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e1988-1994 Ford F-150, F-250, F-350, Bronco\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eEngine \/ Chassis\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e5.0L Windsor (302) \/ 5.8L Windsor (351W) \/ OBS \/ Bricknose F-Series\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eStock Output\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e185-210 hp \/ 270-315 lb-ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eReplaces OEM Part #\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\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\u003e1988-1994 Ford F-150 5.0L V8\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1988-1994 Ford F-150 5.8L V8\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1988-1994 Ford F-250 5.0L V8\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1988-1994 Ford F-250 5.8L V8\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1988-1994 Ford F-350 5.8L V8\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1988-1994 Ford Bronco 5.0L V8\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1988-1994 Ford Bronco 5.8L V8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this fit the OBS and Bricknose F-150, F-250, F-350, Bronco?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Yes, this is a direct fit for the 1988-1994 Ford F-150, F-250, F-350, Bronco equipped with the \u003cstrong\u003eWindsor 5.0L (302ci)\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003e5.8L (351W)\u003c\/strong\u003e V8 engine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use standard serrated worm-gear hose clamps on silicone hoses?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e We recommend using lined worm-drive or T-bolt clamps to prevent serrations from cutting into the outer silicone jacket during torque down.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Ford Heavy-Duty Standard\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt for the punishing demands of heavy hauling, high-payload towing, and remote backcountry navigation, this cooling system upgrade provides the thermal integrity your workhorse truck requires. Eliminate roadside cooling failures and protect your Windsor V8 with reinforced multi-ply silicone engineered for relentless dependability.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VelocityMax","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50502197838072,"sku":"DS-EC464ERNO","price":289.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/1290\/2648\/files\/silicone-hose-kit-for-ford-f-150-f-250-f-350-bronco-1988-1994-5-0l-5-8l-1.jpg?v=1789339294","url":"https:\/\/performancechiptuning.com\/products\/silicone-hose-kit-for-ford-f-150-f-250-f-350-bronco-1988-1994-5-0l-5-8l","provider":"Performance Chip Tuning","version":"1.0","type":"link"}