87 2.9 Explorer radiator swap ?

[shadetreebronco]

I recently upgraded my Bronco II radiator to a 94 Explorer radiator .
I did have to use nuts and bolts on the bottom of the shroud to get it mount to the radiator.
My problem is with the upper hose , the Explorer radiator fitting is angled towards the passenger side a bit and the factory hose was not a good fit so i had to fab one up.
I also tried the 4.0 Explorer hose but did'nt fit to well due to the alternator and cold air inlet hose being in the way.
I feel that the splice in the upper hose is a weak spot and may fail at sometime.
Just looking for input on what others have done .
Thanks

 

[SenorNoob]

If you used a proper splice for hoses that large clamped both sides, it should never be a problem....

 

[shadetreebronco]

Does a 4.0 thermostat housing fit a 2.9 ? if so a Explorer upper hose would look more like a factory setup , Jeff's offers a 35mm and a 40mm thermostat housing.