If the neck of the radiator where the hose goes on is smooth, gasket cement is not necessary to prevent leaks, and will only make removal more difficult.

rajp wrote:
>
> I haven't done my own mechanical work in years. I found
> anti-freeze/coolant dripping from my upper radiator hose, When I
> squeeze it it drips from where the hose meets the upper rad. I guess I
> should change the hose and the clamps. My question is, does one still
> add gasket cement to the inside on the hose? How long should the
> cement dry before checking for leaks? Like I said, it has been a
> while.
>
> Thanks

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Mike Walsh
West Palm Beach, Florida, U.S.A.