Brittle coolant hose

[drgnrdr33]

Has anyone had problems with the plastic T on the lower radiator hose like leaks or breaking when it ages and becomes brittle? Wondering if there is a aftermarket metal T that can be used instead.

From makuloco: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lPW2MdCiDJM

[Comin' in Hot]

You could buy the entire hose new on rockauto.com