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     Christian S. Hansen Grand Master Username: enquiring_mind Post Number: 915 Registered: 4-2015 |
1959 Silver Cloud LSMH109 On an entirely different and more important matter.... Today took the Cloud I to my favorite independent RR servicer for A/C diagnosis and while there also had the low pressure "rubber" lines from bottom of reservoir to master cylinder replaced and the cost of those factory lines reared its ugly and pricey head. $200 for about 3-4 total linear feet. There has to be a suitable replacement but the supplier disclaims knowledge. Seems to me the only criteria are resistance to DOT brake fluid and an ID fitting the bottom nipple of reservoir and that on the brake master cylinder. I realize that in the big picture and considering what professional repairs can end up costing, this is not a big thing but just the same I cannot accept that there is no proper aftermarket substitute. I still have two of the other lines to do eventually and would like to do myself the favor of getting substitute hoses for that task if available. I know that Brian and others have talked about this in other threads but search failed. Ideas? Thanks. P.S. Just checked Flying Spares and they have the lines for about $30 per meter plus shipping to US which is a lot more reasonable, but still seem to hope that some sort of generic hose product will suffice. . | ||
| Jim Walters Prolific User Username: jim_walters Post Number: 197 Registered: 1-2014 |
Christian, there certainly is an alternative to that kind of ridiculous pricing. I find it difficult to believe your supplier is not aware of this. It is common 3/8ths inch heater hose that is used in that application. Automotive heater hose is composed of EPDM rubber so it is compatible with glycol anti freeze. Dot 3 & 4 brake fluids are glycol based too therefore automotive heater hose is safe to use. We've been using it for years and years instead of the factory supplied stuff with no issues whatsoever. Gates 28489 is the spec number, here is one place to get it in the US. https://www.jegs.com/i/Gates/465/28489/10002/-1 SRH8505 SRC18015 SRE22493 NAC-05370 www.bristolmotors.com | ||
| Christian S. Hansen Grand Master Username: enquiring_mind Post Number: 916 Registered: 4-2015 |
Jim... You're my hero! I don't mind supporting my local RR specialist, but just the same, I spend my Social Security check with them every month and do need to make it stretch. Next time I'll take the hose with me! Today it was an impulse item when we looked at the condition of two of the hoses it seemed a good preventative measure, even if a bit costly. Mark tolerates my watching and taking in as much as possible which, as a hands on enthusiast, I greatly appreciate. Anyway... Thanks again. . | ||
| David Hughes Frequent User Username: wedcar Post Number: 82 Registered: 7-2004 |
Christian I am fully in favour of using "equivalent" parts for repairs that I do myself. Due to the possibility of any litigation or reputation damage, many repairers will only use OEM parts and in particular on braking systems. Thankfully we have members like Jim who can help us identify "equivalent" parts, especially for items that are no longer available. | ||
| Christian S. Hansen Grand Master Username: enquiring_mind Post Number: 918 Registered: 4-2015 |
David... Indeed true. I am eternally thankful for a forum such as this one where like minded members willingly share this information as well as the various suppliers of parts (even if we may grouse about cost of parts or shipping) as well as of course the independent businesses who have the experience and willingness to do those repairs that we enthusiasts are unable or do not have the time to complete ourselves. , |
