Changing Coolant Pipe-Will I need to drain the system?

[Numero9]

Noticed some damaged to the coolant hose which feeds the top of the radiator passenger side, I've got a replacement on order but wondering as it's the top if I can get away with not draining the system and just change it? It is below the reservoir so I assume yes but ideally want to avoid getting the car back on ramps and having to rebleed the system but will do it I have to.

Side question what coolant do people use?

Image of the hose for refetence

[MKVASMR]

You can but you will still lose coolant. The whole head is full with it and I think some from the cabin heater will come out aswell. Do yourself a favor and change the flange aswell with a metal one. They are nutorious for snapping when you expect it the least 😁

[ZoliWorks]

You can probably change that one without losing too much coolant. Just refill after.

[Numero9]

You can but you will still lose coolant. The whole head is full with it and I think some from the cabin heater will come out aswell. Do yourself a favor and change the flange aswell with a metal one. They are nutorious for snapping when you expect it the least 😁

When you say flange what do you mean? Part number or pic?

[GVK]

You can but you will still lose coolant. The whole head is full with it and I think some from the cabin heater will come out aswell. Do yourself a favor and change the flange aswell with a metal one. They are nutorious for snapping when you expect it the least 😁

When you say flange what do you mean? Part number or pic?

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[Lewo]

I've got a new Ali one made by that Ben bloke who makes them, quality one not a cheap imported one.
Let me know if interested.