Silicone Coolant Hoses
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Silicone Coolant Hoses
Why would I want to pay a premium for the silicone coolant hoses made by
Samco, SFS Performance, etc.? Are they really worth the extra money in terms
of longevity? I'd be interested in hearing the group's opinions and
experiences with these types of hoses. Thanks.
Kent
Samco, SFS Performance, etc.? Are they really worth the extra money in terms
of longevity? I'd be interested in hearing the group's opinions and
experiences with these types of hoses. Thanks.
Kent
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Re: Silicone Coolant Hoses
Kent wrote:
> Why would I want to pay a premium for the silicone coolant hoses made by
> Samco, SFS Performance, etc.? Are they really worth the extra money in terms
> of longevity? I'd be interested in hearing the group's opinions and
> experiences with these types of hoses. Thanks.
>
> Kent
>
>
what color are they? red ones are faster!
> Why would I want to pay a premium for the silicone coolant hoses made by
> Samco, SFS Performance, etc.? Are they really worth the extra money in terms
> of longevity? I'd be interested in hearing the group's opinions and
> experiences with these types of hoses. Thanks.
>
> Kent
>
>
what color are they? red ones are faster!
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Re: Silicone Coolant Hoses
Kent wrote:
> Why would I want to pay a premium for the silicone coolant hoses made by
> Samco, SFS Performance, etc.? Are they really worth the extra money in terms
> of longevity? I'd be interested in hearing the group's opinions and
> experiences with these types of hoses. Thanks.
>
> Kent
I was told a long time ago by a Honda dealer that Honda coolant is very
easy on the hoses. My 2 Integras lasted 209,000 miles between the two
of them with only one upper radiator hose change (it got soft).
So why bother with silicone even if it is "better"?
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Re: Silicone Coolant Hoses
"Kent" <immortala2@yahoo.com> wrote in
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> Why would I want to pay a premium for the silicone coolant hoses made
> by Samco, SFS Performance, etc.? Are they really worth the extra money
> in terms of longevity? I'd be interested in hearing the group's
> opinions and experiences with these types of hoses. Thanks.
>
Save your money. Unless you like the cool colors.
If your car is regularly raced (and I mean competitive TRACK racing),
silicone hoses may buy you better reliability under stress. Otherwise, OEM
and selected aftermarket are fine. OEM hoses last seven years or so.
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The Unofficial Honda/Acura FAQ
www.tegger.com/hondafaq/
news:11i6ht2tk77a6aa@corp.supernews.com:
> Why would I want to pay a premium for the silicone coolant hoses made
> by Samco, SFS Performance, etc.? Are they really worth the extra money
> in terms of longevity? I'd be interested in hearing the group's
> opinions and experiences with these types of hoses. Thanks.
>
Save your money. Unless you like the cool colors.
If your car is regularly raced (and I mean competitive TRACK racing),
silicone hoses may buy you better reliability under stress. Otherwise, OEM
and selected aftermarket are fine. OEM hoses last seven years or so.
--
TeGGeR®
The Unofficial Honda/Acura FAQ
www.tegger.com/hondafaq/
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