1991 Toyota 4Runner Do I need a new radiator?

Tiny
HGARCIA
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  • 1991 TOYOTA 4RUNNER
Engine Cooling problem
1991 Toyota 4Runner 6 cyl Four Wheel Drive Manual

I have a 4runner with about 180,000 miles on it. And recently when I have been driving my top radiator return hose will come off the radiator, and of course losing all my coolant. But the hose did not break or I can't see any coolant leaking from the radiator. This has happened 3 times with about a month in between. I had water and coolant on me so I put the hose back on and refilled. Then it would drive just fine. I don't know if the problem is in the radiator or the thermostat? I don't get a high temperature reading on the dash or anything like that. I will drive fine and then all of a sudden the hose will blow off and loose all the coolant. Does this mean that I need a new radiator?

Thanks for the help and anyone with any ideas let me know.
Friday, October 3rd, 2008 AT 5:56 PM

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Tiny
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Sounds like you need a new hose clamp
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Saturday, January 31st, 2009 AT 8:11 PM
Tiny
RAUL RIZZUTI
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Yes a new clamp but buy also a new hose and install it before spending more money in anything else
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Sunday, February 1st, 2009 AT 6:09 AM

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