Braided steel lines, permanent fix for radiator hoses?
12-13-2005, 03:31 PM
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Braided steel lines, permanent fix for radiator hoses?
Over time Radiator hoses get old and crack. and I know that braided lines are rubber hoses wrapped into a braided steel mesh, now since the mesh prevents the rubber from expanding, does this mean they will never crack?
12-13-2005, 03:38 PM
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No, but they hold pressure much better and will probably last longer than regular rubber ones. Your best bet would be a coated hose like various aftermarket companies produce.
12-13-2005, 03:51 PM
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Re: (Archidictus)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Archidictus »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">No, but they hold pressure much better and will probably last longer than regular rubber ones. Your best bet would be a coated hose like various aftermarket companies produce.</TD></TR></TABLE> 
12-13-2005, 03:55 PM
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If you have such a problem with radiator hoses bursting, maybe you should look for a solution to your problem further inside the cooling system. Rubber lines work for everyone else: why are you special?
12-13-2005, 03:59 PM
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Re: (Archidictus)
I dont have a problem now, I am thinking long term. everytime I had a hoses crack on me its always at the worse time. sure there is preventative maintenace but if I can find a permanent fix why would I not explore it?
12-13-2005, 04:09 PM
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Re: (Boostage)
Check your hoses every 6 months, replace them when starting to show signs of failure. You should only hve to replace them every 5-10 years or something
OR:
If you are super **** and are made of money get SS hoses.
But these might actually fail too because SS is not as resistant to fatigue as rubber.
OR:
If you are super **** and are made of money get SS hoses.
But these might actually fail too because SS is not as resistant to fatigue as rubber.
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12-13-2005, 04:34 PM
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http://www.kingmotorsports.com...ngine
Try those. Many people swear by them and they're the alternitive I originally brought up. You don't want metal hoses - trust me.
Try those. Many people swear by them and they're the alternitive I originally brought up. You don't want metal hoses - trust me.
12-13-2005, 04:36 PM
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Re: (Archidictus)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Archidictus »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">http://www.kingmotorsports.com...ngine
Try those. Many people swear by them and they're the alternitive I originally brought up. You don't want metal hoses - trust me.</TD></TR></TABLE>
oooOOOooo, silicone, that's sweet stuff.
my SS solid hose was a joke, to get them custom made would cost you about the price of the car if not more.
Try those. Many people swear by them and they're the alternitive I originally brought up. You don't want metal hoses - trust me.</TD></TR></TABLE>
oooOOOooo, silicone, that's sweet stuff.
my SS solid hose was a joke, to get them custom made would cost you about the price of the car if not more.
12-13-2005, 04:41 PM
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by old man neri »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">my SS solid hose was a joke, to get them custom made would cost you about the price of the car if not more.</TD></TR></TABLE>
Maybe SS radiator hoses are the next hotness. TIG up some SS, stamp MUGEN on it and rock out with your Honda **** out.
Sweet. Dibs on that patent.
Maybe SS radiator hoses are the next hotness. TIG up some SS, stamp MUGEN on it and rock out with your Honda **** out.
Sweet. Dibs on that patent.
12-13-2005, 05:05 PM
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Re: (Archidictus)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Archidictus »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">http://www.kingmotorsports.com...ngine
Try those. Many people swear by them and they're the alternitive I originally brought up. You don't want metal hoses - trust me.</TD></TR></TABLE>
According to the site, they dont break down over time like rubber hoses. this is the permanent solution I need. thanks.
Try those. Many people swear by them and they're the alternitive I originally brought up. You don't want metal hoses - trust me.</TD></TR></TABLE>
According to the site, they dont break down over time like rubber hoses. this is the permanent solution I need. thanks.
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