Quote Originally Posted by britlude View Post
Whilst the car was playing host to a dead gearbox, I took the opportunity to do a coolant hose refresh! well i had to find something to do!

So a set of hoses was ordered from our friends across the Atlantic, excluding the 6 main hoses that I’d already purchased in silicone.. lots of bags!


silicon set

Hi Jonathan,

Question for you, more out of curiosity as I've been reading stuff and there was reference to the fact that silicone hoses can 'release' fluid through the composition of the hoses as compared to the OEM manufacture. The discussion recognised that they are great for withstanding higher temperatures for short periods, ie competition use, but questioned the rational of using them for daily drivers.

Were you aware? I guess you simply swap out one lunchtime between sandwiches if they do 'leak' ;o)

regards, Paul