Is it possible to replace the hoses on the coolant system with non Honda hoses? Something from an auto parts store? Has anyone done this?
Me as well, the Honda blue Type 2 coolant that's used in the NT is silicate free, the service interval on this type of coolant is very long, and doesn't break down the rubber in the hoses like older style coolants such as the green stuff from years past, or GM's notorious gasket-dissolving Dexcool.Just wondering why you want/need to replace them?
Cliff
If you want to save a couple of bucks, Valvoline/Zerex is the OE vendor for Honda's blue coolant. Zerex Asian Blue is the same stuff already pre-diluted 50-50. The new rad cap is a good idea.Me as well, the Honda blue Type 2 coolant that's used in the NT is silicate free, the service interval on this type of coolant is very long, and doesn't break down the rubber in the hoses like older style coolants such as the green stuff from years past, or GM's notorious gasket-dissolving Dexcool.
If you're feeling generous you could always do a drain and fill, mainly for the feel-good factor, you'll only need one gallon of the Type 2, available at any Honda auto dealer, and you won't even use the whole gallon. I do recommend you replace the radiator cap if you change coolant, the pressure spring in the cap does get weak with heat and age, part available from Partzilla.com