mattyb Donating Members 1,097 Member For: 16y 8m 27d Gender: Male Location: Gold Coast, QLD Posted 31/01/10 02:03 AM Share Posted 31/01/10 02:03 AM As a few would know, I'm rebuilding my motor atm. In removing the hoses I've noticed some wear on them from the hose clamps, and some rub marks on others. I'm looking to replace most if not all of them, and want to know if anyone has seen any GREEN ones, and or other colour options to the AWESOME red, black and blue ones. Also, different types of asthetically pleasiung yet reliable hose clamps/fittings.Any help anyone can give me would be great!Also... can you paint silicon hoses (I wouldn't think so, but thought I's ask)Matty Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cobramad Member 824 Member For: 19y 7m 22d Gender: Male Location: Perth Posted 31/01/10 08:51 AM Share Posted 31/01/10 08:51 AM The only recommendation I could give is to be sure that you are buying decent quality silicone hoses and clamps, there is a BIG difference in the types for sale. Just grab one and see how many layers of reinforcement are visible in the silicone, viewing from the end of the hose. Its the usual story, cheapest isnt always best, you kinda get exactly what you pay for. Mal KPS Use a new water pump and thermostat, service the radiator also, if not replace the thing..To be sure mate..! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattyb Donating Members 1,097 Member For: 16y 8m 27d Gender: Male Location: Gold Coast, QLD Posted 31/01/10 10:48 AM Author Share Posted 31/01/10 10:48 AM Thermostat is only 6 months old and 78deg (I think). cheers for the tip. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DCVNXR Member 28 Member For: 16y 5m 11d Gender: Male Posted 08/02/10 08:20 AM Share Posted 08/02/10 08:20 AM good quality silicon hose other wise go braided hose Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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