Help Identifying Cracked Hose ('88 325is)

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zinnoberry
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Post Tue Sep 07, 2021 3:11 am

Hi,

First time posting here, apologies if this is not the right thread to post to.

I have owned this 1988 325is for two days. I noticed a severe coolant leak today that seems to originate from a cracked hose next to the firewall. It is a short hose, about 5-6 inches long. It is difficult to get to and to image, but hopefully the images and videos I've attached to this post (imgur link) will help make it a bit more clear. Could someone please help me identify this hose so I can replace it?

I would greatly appreciate any help and advice. Thank you!

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Tzantushka
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Post Tue Sep 07, 2021 4:46 am

Welcome.

Looks like the heater supply hose from the back of the head.

Suggest you to RealOEM and enter your vehicle details.
It's a great source of OE parts diagrams.

https://www.realoem.com/bmw/enUS/select ... &archive=1

The you can search for replacements on the part number.
I'd stick with OE if you can.