changin the belt question

[shadowe123]

ok just need to change my belt but forgot about the radiator hose... one day illl get the right hose but how can i take the hose off without spilling or losing that much fluid or any at all???

thanks

[shadowe123]

bump bump bump

You cant pull the hose without loosing coolant. It wont be too much if your quick.

[NCHornet]

Drain the degas bottle via the pet**** valve at the bottom of the rad, drivers side.

NCH

[alberta 7.3]

I'd drain a gallon or so, just use a couple empty jugs, and a piece of hose over the rad drain valve.