Silicon water pipe info?

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Silicon water pipe info?

Post by Cyprus Geoff » Sun Oct 12, 2014 8:33 pm

1. Can anyone please explain the advantages of silicon pipework for the rad etc

2. Can anyone then recommend a supplier please?

3. Any other tips?

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Re: Silicon water pipe info?

Post by donkeychomp » Sun Oct 12, 2014 10:04 pm

Any colour you like so they look pretty funky, will last ages too. Sparco do 'em but they are pricy.
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Re: Silicon water pipe info?

Post by ScottieJ » Sun Oct 12, 2014 11:11 pm

Last longer, don't kink as easily and are often easier to remove after a few years unlike stock hoses.
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Re: Silicon water pipe info?

Post by andyrew » Mon Oct 13, 2014 12:37 am

I got my full set from ebay.com Came from asi in shanghai

My original hoses had started to get a little crispy. Iirc they were around 60 quid delivered.
Been on the car A few years now with no problems

I ordered the red ones which must of added at least 50bhp :lol:
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Re: Silicon water pipe info?

Post by Cyprus Geoff » Mon Oct 13, 2014 4:23 am

Thanks guys! Did they seal as well as the rubber?

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Re: Silicon water pipe info?

Post by twiss » Mon Oct 13, 2014 9:16 am

Im using a big long silicone hose as my top pipe... its just a standard straight hose, but considering it's too big for both of the connectors I'd say it seals up better than rubber!!! ;)
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