farmerj
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Hi All,
Take a look at this thermostat (2018 XC 300).
I had problems with my radiator hose coming off (it happened a second time today). A closer look reveals that the thermostat housing nipple is warped - it is oval-shaped. It also seems slightly compressed toward the end.
As Nate has said, there isn't much of a lip on it either - and even a lined worm-drive clamp wouldn't hold. When I put proper tension on it, the hose could still be pulled off by hand; and if I continued tightening, the clamp (and hose) would work its way right off the thermostat!
It appears to me that over time (95 hrs.) the thermostat material degrades and softens; not a good thing to find out when you're out on a ride!
I know I have another thread going related to this - but wanted to highlight this potential problem. If you have a thermostat on your bike, I'd recommend taking a look - it might save you a hike!
Jeff
Take a look at this thermostat (2018 XC 300).
I had problems with my radiator hose coming off (it happened a second time today). A closer look reveals that the thermostat housing nipple is warped - it is oval-shaped. It also seems slightly compressed toward the end.
As Nate has said, there isn't much of a lip on it either - and even a lined worm-drive clamp wouldn't hold. When I put proper tension on it, the hose could still be pulled off by hand; and if I continued tightening, the clamp (and hose) would work its way right off the thermostat!
It appears to me that over time (95 hrs.) the thermostat material degrades and softens; not a good thing to find out when you're out on a ride!
I know I have another thread going related to this - but wanted to highlight this potential problem. If you have a thermostat on your bike, I'd recommend taking a look - it might save you a hike!
Jeff
