David, this actually sounds like a coolant hose.  I could be one of the
several that go above the transmission, or if you have an automatic, it could
be the cooler lines or cooler itself.  I have these hoses in stock for
overnight shipping if you find out which one you need.

Thanks,
Ken Wilford
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