I always thought fuel line etc. hoses were somewhat specially made for the purpose material composition wise not to degrade due to exposure to quite nasty solvents (fuel) etc.
a standard hose might degrade fairly quick and be a ticking time bomb waiting to spray fuel all over your engine bay.
normally I would let this pass over my head , but if you think that I would have purchased one metre of standard hose for £8.40 then please think again, I would also have thought that the 8mm size would indicate that it was not normal hoseI always thought fuel line etc. hoses were somewhat specially made for the purpose material composition wise not to degrade due to exposure to quite nasty solvents (fuel) etc.
a standard hose might degrade fairly quick and be a ticking time bomb waiting to spray fuel all over your engine bay.
Hi,
This has happened to my 1.6. The same fuel line has perished. Looking at replacing it. I measured it at around 8mm ID. I can't find an official spec for that pipe. Looking to use an R9 standard hose instead (as I attribute the deterioration to the E5 fuels), such as this Cohline one:
Cohline 2240 R9 Specification Rubber Fuel Injection Hose (8mm Push On) E85 Compatible
Cohline 2240 R9 Specification Rubber Fuel Injection Hose (8mm Push On) E85 Compatible QTY 1 = 1 Meter Length, If you require a quantity of 2 or more, this will be supplied in one continuous length up to 20 Mtrs Cohline 2240 R9 Specificawww.glencoeltd.co.ukEthanol Proof Fuel Hose 8mm (5/16")
SOLD BY THE METRE7.3mm I.D, 13.5mm O.D.Suitable for petrol (E85 rated)www.carbuilder.com
Three questions:
Many thanks!
- do you think this one at 7.3mm ID will be OK?
- should I ditch the old press-clips and replace with jubilees?
- I read a lot about fakes from eBay and some web suppliers - any positive experiences of the suppliers listed above or any other reputable suppliers of such things?
Hi,
This has happened to my 1.6. The same fuel line has perished. Looking at replacing it. I measured it at around 8mm ID. I can't find an official spec for that pipe. Looking to use an R9 standard hose instead (as I attribute the deterioration to the E5 fuels), such as this Cohline one:
Cohline 2240 R9 Specification Rubber Fuel Injection Hose (8mm Push On) E85 Compatible
Cohline 2240 R9 Specification Rubber Fuel Injection Hose (8mm Push On) E85 Compatible QTY 1 = 1 Meter Length, If you require a quantity of 2 or more, this will be supplied in one continuous length up to 20 Mtrs Cohline 2240 R9 Specificawww.glencoeltd.co.ukEthanol Proof Fuel Hose 8mm (5/16")
SOLD BY THE METRE7.3mm I.D, 13.5mm O.D.Suitable for petrol (E85 rated)www.carbuilder.com
Three questions:
Many thanks!
- do you think this one at 7.3mm ID will be OK?
- should I ditch the old press-clips and replace with jubilees?
- I read a lot about fakes from eBay and some web suppliers - any positive experiences of the suppliers listed above or any other reputable suppliers of such things?
Not sure about this one? All the performance specialists seem to recommend Cohline or Gates hose using FPM rather than Nitrile. I also read a lot of bad things about the braided hoses from eBay (aesthetics over function).Could try this?
COTTON BRAIDED RUBBER FUEL HOSE PIPE VACUUM LINE UNLEADED PETROL DIESEL E10 | eBay
Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for COTTON BRAIDED RUBBER FUEL HOSE PIPE VACUUM LINE UNLEADED PETROL DIESEL E10 at the best online prices at eBay! Free delivery for many products.www.ebay.co.uk
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I guess I wasn't sure of the actual spec of the original hose - as my hose was damaged. I see a lot of 8mm hose advertised that actually has a smaller inside dimension (presumably as the rubber ones will stretch). Most of the fuel hose manufacturers sell jubilees for use with their hoses - for instance these UK Cohline suppliers:It maybe hard to fit as that’s quite a difference in ID, I would say jubilees are not rated for fuel lines and the pressure fittings are the correct ones to use.
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Thanks for the suggestions.
Not sure about this one? All the performance specialists seem to recommend Cohline or Gates hose using FPM rather than Nitrile. I also read a lot of bad things about the braided hoses from eBay (aesthetics over function).
I guess I wasn't sure of the actual spec of the original hose - as my hose was damaged. I see a lot of 8mm hose advertised that actually has a smaller inside dimension (presumably as the rubber ones will stretch). Most of the fuel hose manufacturers sell jubilees for use with their hoses - for instance these UK Cohline suppliers:
Fuel Hose Clip - 9mm / W1 / 14mm - CohPro
CohPro, independent sales of Cohline automotive fluid handling components. Buy online today before 2pm for same week day worldwide dispatch.cohpro.comFuel Hose Stainless Steel Worm Drive Clip 8-16mm
HC002 HOSE CLIP 6-16mm Min Diameter:- 8mm Max Diameter:- 16mm Band Width:- 8mm A lightweigth and streamlined clamp, the streamlined configuration allows for installation in tight fitting or difficult to reach areas. 1/ Stainess steelwww.glencoeltd.co.uk
I'll keep reviewing the options.
Thanks again.