Description
The Mishimoto MMHOSE-FV8-04BK is a black silicone radiator hose kit engineered specifically for the 2004-2008 Ford F-150 running the 5.4L or 4.6L V8. Rather than waiting for age-hardened rubber hoses to crack and dump coolant under your truck, this kit swaps in a pair of silicone hoses designed to hold up to a maximum temperature rating of 330°F. It’s a Specific-fit, Performance-grade Cooling upgrade built to replace both the upper and lower radiator hose in one shot.
Mishimoto describes this hose as being built from five layers of durable silicone embedded with heat-resistant fibers, while its own spec sheet also lists it as a high-grade 4-ply silicone construction with heat-resistant embedded fibers — either way, the goal is the same: superior heat and pressure tolerance compared to the factory rubber hose it replaces. Because coolant leaks rarely announce themselves before they happen, proactively replacing aging hoses with a silicone radiator hose kit like this one is a straightforward way to keep your F-150’s cooling system sealed and reliable. This particular kit is finished in black (a red version is also offered by Mishimoto) and ships with the hardware needed to get it installed.
Vehicle Applications
This hose kit is a specific fit for the 2004-2008 Ford F-150 across a wide range of trims: XL, XLT, STX, and Lariat are covered for the full 2004-2008 run, FX4 is covered 2004-2008, King Ranch is covered 2005-2008, the Harley-Davidson Edition is covered 2006-2008, and the FX2 is covered 2007-2008. For the 2008 model year specifically, coverage also extends to the Limited, THE 60TH ANNIVERSARY EDITION, and XTR trims. Per Mishimoto, it is a direct fit for these F-150s equipped with the 5.4L or 4.6L V8.
Features
- Direct fit for 2004-2008 Ford F-150 5.4L and 4.6L V8
- High-grade 4-ply silicone construction with heat-resistant embedded fibers, described by Mishimoto as five layers of durable silicone, for superior heat and pressure tolerance
- Includes high-quality worm-gear clamps for ease of installation
- Available in black or red
- Replaces both the upper and lower radiator hose
- Backed by the Mishimoto Lifetime Warranty
Specifications
- Brand: Mishimoto
- Part Number: MMHOSE-FV8-04BK
- Hose Material: Silicone
- Hose Color: Black
- Hose Quantity: 2
- Clamps Included: Yes
- Clamp Quantity: 4
- Grade Type: Performance
- Universal or Specific Fit: Specific
- Maximum Temperature Rating: 330°F
- Recommended Clamp Installation Torque: 22 in-lbs (2.5NM), with an operating range of 18-27 in-lbs (2-3NM); do not exceed 27 in-lbs (3NM)
- Purchase Includes: (2) Silicone Hoses, (4) High-Quality Worm Gear Clamps, Mishimoto Lifetime Warranty
Frequently Asked Questions
What vehicles does the Mishimoto MMHOSE-FV8-04BK hose kit fit?
It is a specific fit for the Ford F-150 with the 5.4L or 4.6L V8, covering XL, XLT, STX, and Lariat trims for 2004-2008; FX4 for 2004-2008; King Ranch for 2005-2008; the Harley-Davidson Edition for 2006-2008; the FX2 for 2007-2008; and the Limited, THE 60TH ANNIVERSARY EDITION, and XTR trims for 2008.
What is included in this kit?
The kit includes (2) silicone hoses, (4) high-quality worm-gear clamps, and Mishimoto’s Lifetime Warranty.
What color is this hose kit?
This kit is black. Mishimoto also offers this hose kit in red.
What material are the hoses made from and what temperature can they handle?
The hoses are made from silicone embedded with heat-resistant fibers, described as a five-layer build (also listed as a 4-ply construction) with a maximum temperature rating of 330°F.
What torque should I use to install the clamps?
Mishimoto recommends 22 in-lbs (2.5NM) for the worm gear clamps, which have an operating range of 18-27 in-lbs (2-3NM). Do not exceed the maximum torque rating of 27 in-lbs (3NM).
Is this a universal-fit hose kit?
No, this is a Specific-fit hose kit designed for the listed Ford F-150 applications, not a universal hose.
âš WARNING (California Proposition 65): This product can expose you to chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and/or birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
