Lower radiator hose

Tiny
CHEFSTEVE603
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  • 2002 FORD WINDSTAR
  • 212,000 MILES
I found a crack in the lower radiator hose of my 02 ford windstar, I am not very mechanically talented and the local repair shop says it will cost $150-$175 to replace this $8.99 part. I am a single father and don't have a lot of money. How hard is it to replace the hose? Is there anything I need to know or be careful for while doing it? Can you give me some direction? I have had to wait the past 3 days out because I had to wait for my paycheck so I'm pretty sure all the fluid has leaked out by now so I'm going to walk to the parts store to pick up what I need. Any help would be greatly appreciated!
Friday, May 17th, 2013 AT 6:47 AM

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Tiny
WRENCHTECH
  • MECHANIC
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Like most everything, there are high quality parts and there are low quality part. You can guess which one you are getting for $8.99.

It may require some special tools depending on the type and location of the clamps. It also may require some know how to get all the air pockets out of the system when finished. Add to that $20 to $30 of coolant to refill it.
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Friday, May 17th, 2013 AT 7:23 AM

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