Description
The Mishimoto MMHOSE-VET-97RD is a red silicone radiator hose kit purpose-built for the C5 Chevrolet Corvette, replacing the factory rubber upper and lower radiator hoses with a five-layer silicone construction designed to shrug off heat and pressure that eventually cause stock hoses to crack and fail. Every kit ships complete with both hoses and four worm-gear clamps, so there’s no scrambling for extra hardware on install day.
Rubber degrades over time, especially under repeated heat cycling at the track or in stop-and-go traffic, and that’s exactly the weakness this Mishimoto cooling upgrade addresses. Built from five layers of silicone reinforced with heat-resistant embedded fibers, this hose kit is engineered for improved heat and pressure tolerance compared to the factory Corvette radiator hoses, giving your cooling system a more durable, performance-grade foundation whether you’re cruising or lapping. The included worm-gear clamps make installation straightforward, and the kit backs it all with the Mishimoto Lifetime Warranty.
Vehicle Applications
This silicone radiator hose kit is a specific fit for the Chevrolet Corvette Base from 1997 through 2004, the Chevrolet Corvette Z06 from 2001 through 2004, the 2003 Chevrolet Corvette 50th Anniversary Edition, the 2003 Chevrolet Corvette 50th Anniversary Edition Pace Car, and the 1998 Chevrolet Corvette Indianapolis 500 Pace Car.
Features
- Constructed from five layers of silicone with heat-resistant embedded fibers
- Improves heat and pressure tolerance over stock rubber Corvette radiator hoses
- Includes both upper and lower radiator hoses
- Includes high-quality worm-gear clamps for ease of installation
- Available in black or red
- Backed by the Mishimoto Lifetime Warranty
Specifications
- Brand: Mishimoto
- Part Number: MMHOSE-VET-97RD
- Product Type: Cooling
- Hose Material: Silicone
- Grade Type: Performance
- Hose Color: Red
- Universal or Specific Fit: Specific
- Clamps Included: Yes
- Maximum Temperature Rating: 330
- Purchase Includes: (2) Silicone Hoses, (4) Worm-Gear Clamps, Mishimoto Lifetime Warranty
- Installation Torque: 22 in-lbs (2.5NM) recommended for all worm-gear clamps; operating range 18-27 in-lbs (2-3NM); do not exceed 27 in-lbs (3NM) maximum
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Mishimoto MMHOSE-VET-97RD kit include?
The kit includes (2) silicone hoses (one upper and one lower radiator hose), (4) worm-gear clamps, and the Mishimoto Lifetime Warranty.
What is this radiator hose kit made from?
It is constructed from five layers of silicone with heat-resistant embedded fibers, offering improved heat and pressure tolerance compared to stock rubber Corvette radiator hoses.
Which Corvette models does this hose kit fit?
This kit is a specific fit for the Chevrolet Corvette Base (1997–2004), Corvette Z06 (2001–2004), the 2003 Corvette 50th Anniversary Edition and 50th Anniversary Edition Pace Car, and the 1998 Corvette Indianapolis 500 Pace Car.
What color options are available?
This hose kit is available in black or red; this listing is for the red version.
What is the recommended installation torque for the clamps?
The recommended installation torque is 22 in-lbs (2.5NM) for all worm-gear clamps, with an operating range of 18-27 in-lbs (2-3NM). Do not exceed the maximum torque rating of 27 in-lbs (3NM).
Does this kit come with a warranty?
Yes, this Mishimoto silicone radiator hose kit includes the Mishimoto Lifetime Warranty.
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.
