RH radiator hose reinforcing spring

[PHILIP]

My OEM radiator hose on the right side from the radiator to the engine (the big one) has what appears to be a galvanised reinforcing spring which shows some signs of corrosion. Is this spring important? as I would prefer to leave it out. I wonder if there is potential for electrolysis between that and alloy metal of the block?

Thanks in advance

 

[Chuck 98 RT/10]

I recommend getting the silicone hose with the bleeder valve built in. Roe, Archer, etc. sell them.

To answer your question, you can probably leave the spring out.

 

[Viper Wizard]

The spring is there so the hose wont collapse under high coolant flow! Philip leave it in there.

 

[GTS Bruce]

Or get the silicone hoses.You won't be disappointed. GTS Bruce