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HIGH PRESSURE STEERING HOSE
Posted: Fri Aug 24, 2007 1:28 pm
by EURO
Hi guys,
Have a leak in the steering hose -
apparently they are a braided hose and not rubber and therefore expensive to replace (and difficult).
To import one from jap will cost $$$ so mechanic mentioned having one made up (for around 3-$400).
any other options here?
Posted: Fri Aug 24, 2007 4:06 pm
by manofwood
go to a shop (autobarn, performance orientated preferably) and find a roll of braided hose the same thickness and internal diameter as the factory unit. they'd sell it way cheaper than a one off production, and they'll just cut off the length you need
Posted: Fri Aug 24, 2007 7:38 pm
by EURO
not sure if its as simple as this? its a high pressure hose ....
i will ask them monday, but assume mechanics would have just said to do that if it was that simple?
Posted: Fri Aug 24, 2007 8:16 pm
by manofwood
they didnt want to adjust valve tappets in the other articles did they? they're lazy.
if its a flexible high pressure braided line, you can obtain it that way, you just have to look. however, if its high pressure pipe, or brass bundy pipe, then expect to pay that kind of money you mentioned, as it will be made to fit perfectly to your car. maybe you should hit up member overboostin007 for a spare off his front cut parts, that would probably be easiest for you.
Posted: Sat Aug 25, 2007 11:32 am
by Bennoz
Get a price from Enzed or equivalent
Posted: Sat Aug 25, 2007 2:33 pm
by EURO
manofwood wrote:they didnt want to adjust valve tappets in the other articles did they? they're lazy.
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Not that I know of? certainly wasnt me that posted this.....
Alright will find out a bit more about the type of pipe it is....
or couldl look second hand - but would probably prefer brand new and not have to worry about it again