Will this tank work with my existing coolant hoses?

Yes. The tank uses factory hose connections, so your existing radiator and heater hoses connect directly without modification or adapters.

Do I need to drain the cooling system to install this?

Not necessarily. You can swap the tank without a full system drain if you work quickly and carefully. Keep a drain pan handy to catch residual coolant from the disconnected hoses.

What condition is the tank in when it arrives?

This is a new replacement tank, ready to install straight out of the box. No cleaning or prep work needed.