Hoses for oil cooler

[sidneyandgary]

My 95 Cobra started overheating so I started with just replacing the old original radiator cap which of course led to increased pressure in the cooling system which then caused new leaks on the thermostat housing and the lower radiator hose. I have replaced the upper and lower hoses and replaced the thermostat. So now I am on a quest to insure that no more leaks appear.
While under the car, I noticed that the rubber hoses for the oil cooler are just below the oil filter, so the hoses are spongy from the oil (cant change the filter without oil soaking the hoses!!) and need to be replaced.
The local Ford dealer does not stock these hoses and I would like to replace them with something that won't become spongy like the OEM hoses did. Anyone have a source for silicone hoses or have any ideas on this problem?
It is 104 degrees in Oklahoma and I do not want anymore coolant leaks!!

 

[rockin_rick]

Perhaps you should plumb some AN stainless braided hose and fix it for good. Especially with something as vital as engine oil. Blowing a hose and losing all your oil wouldn't be good... Not the cheapest solution, but cheap insurance...

Rick

 

[sidneyandgary]

The lines actually carry engine coolant, but the lines run underneath the oil filter where they get an oil bath at every oil change.
Where can I find a good site for AN stainless braided hoses?

 

[rockin_rick]

Ah, I was thinking remote oil cooler. I know what you are talking about now.

Not sure on the AN, I've seen AN fittings and hose on Summit before.

Rick

 

[mustangt562]