Coolant hose clamps one time use?

Well I just replaced my radiator in my 05 Prius.

Almost every single inlet and outlet hose on the radiator is seeping. Are these hose clamps that toyota puts on one time use?

Well I am replacing them all with standard hose clamps.

PITA!

BTW: I documented this procedure. If anybody needs help with this let me know.

 

The radiator went out due to age. One of the seams on the top started to leak. It was near the bleeding valve on the driver side of the radiator.

Yea i went with the industrial clamps with the 8mm tightening bolt. I used them for all sort of cars and had no issues. I just tighten by hand and once it stops I do a 1/4 of a turn. Kind of like spark plugs.

I should have a video of the whole procedure. It was easy but very time consuming for all the coolant to drain and the steps to refill coolant for the engine and inverse coolant. It was a bit messy too and got coolant everywhere.

 

I think the only issue with the engine coolant I came across is trying to get the thermostat to open. Took forever to get the engine to a hot temperature (electric motor running and the engine is so small).

Also my car has 140,000 miles.

I'll look into that funnel. Looks like it will be useful in the future.

 

I think you are right. I did notice the part the old clamps clamped on, was a bit stiff.

FYI I used a aftermarket Denso radiator. I think you are also right with the new pipe it has a slightly smaller diameter. The hose went on way too easily. It's like they are 1mm smaller than the OEM.

Well I already started to use the new clamps and they are working great. Took the car for a 5 mile hard run and no more leaks.

[QUOTE="Whenever I change a radiator, the hoses get changed as well, especially if they are well aged. I also like reusing the spring type clamps as they always provide tension, unlike the screw type.

Avi[/QUOTE]

I never like those spring types, but your opinion on them above is a really good point. Those screw clamps can break a tightening notch, causing them to become a bit less tight over time.


What's the best way to access the engine inlet radiator hose (from the engine). It's tucked all the way in there. I didn't really investigate on how to get back there since replacing the hose wasn't an option I considered.