The factory "Quick Acting Coupling" is tasked with joining the upper radiator hose to the thermostat inlet. After years of exposure to piping hot, chemical-rich antifreeze, the coupling can fail, causing a rapid loss of coolant and potential engine damage. With this failure in mind, The ECS team of engineers set out to create a permanent solution. After sorting through several different materials and designs, ECS Tuning are proud to offer a long-lasting, cast aluminum upgrade—the last cooling hose adapter you'll ever need!
By utilizing durable cast aluminum construction, their heavy-duty aluminum thermostat cooling hose adapter eliminates common issues such as cracking, leaking, and material degradation that may occur after years of use. This aluminum construction also helps maintain the integrity of your vehicle's cooling system by providing a stronger and more reliable connection point. Additionally, a corrosion-resistant finish ensures continued performance even with prolonged exposure to coolant. Precision-machined to the exact dimensions of the factory part, our design ensures a perfect fit and easy installation.
Whether you're repairing a failed adapter, performing a cooling system overhaul, or looking to enhance the reliability of your daily driver, upgrade to our Heavy-Duty Aluminum Thermostat Cooling Hose adapter to ensure long-term durability and performance!
DESIGN
- Durable cast aluminum construction replaces the factory plastic flange, eliminating the risk of cracks, leaks, and other forms of degradation
- Precision-machined to the exact dimensions of the factory part, ensuring a perfect fit on compatible 1.8T and 2.0T Gen3 engines
- A pre-installed heavy-duty Viton fluoroelastomer o-ring provides increased sealing
- Corrosion-resistant finish resists the harsh effects of coolant exposure, ensuring long-term durability and appearance
PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT
The ECS Tuning Heavy-Duty Aluminum Thermostat Cooling Hose Adapter was designed, engineered, tested, and quality inspected by our Research and Development team in Their Wadsworth, Ohio, facility. They strive for the highest level of precision and quality through leading-edge product development technology, including FARO laser scanning for reverse engineering and quality inspection, SolidWorks 3D CAD modeling, rapid prototyping utilizing our in-house 3D printer, and rigorous long-term product testing.
Cross Reference
- 5Q0122291DA
- 5Q0 122 291 DA
- 5Q0122291AL
- 5Q0 122 291 AL
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Product Specs
Condition:
New
Shipping:
Calculated at Checkout
SKU
ES4920775
quickcode
ECS-ES4920775
brands
ECS Tuning
SubPart
Engine Tuning
