Coolant leak from upper radiator hose?

[Shadow351]

I was doing my 195k mile oil change today and noticed a line of coolant dripping down the sub frame. On a quick look, there seems to be coolant dripping from the plastic T junction in the upper radiator hose. Has anyone had to replace this hose for a similar leak? Any other thoughts on where it might be coming from? I have heard the plastic hose junctions were problematic on the F150's so I wouldn't be entirely surprised if it is the issue.

Thanks
-Brad

 

[luigisho]

I got an ugly introduction to that in my f150. IF (and I don't know that it is) it is the same design and material then usually the failed part in the Y is an o-ring seal that shrinks --and a pick and a $5 replacement seal fixed that. Replacement Y hose is also available. I only noticed mine after it was a gusher. This is common on the 5.0 trucks and mustangs not sure about eco boost setup

 

[shaker281]

Kudos to 195K! The SHO is the first car I have owned since a 1988 Civic that I plan to keep far past 100k miles! Good luck on the repair. Posts pics and notes, if possible.

 

[SHOdded]

For about $33, I would just replace the hose.

2 AA5Z-8260-A Upper Hose
$48.05 $30.39

https://www.ebay.com/itm/FORD-AA5Z8260A-GENUINE-OEM-UPPER-HOSE/223173300477

That said, x2 on pics/notes if you decide to go the repair route and best of luck!