Hose construction revisited
For those of you a little squeamish about the push on socketless fittings, the alternative for DIY would be the socketed style with either braided or stainless jacketed lines. These are virtually Bulletproof
provided the ends are installed correctly and the routing follows the recommendations. Scroll to page 5 for hose end assembly instructions:
http://97.74.103.94/files/bhose.pdf It is recommended you go with this set-up if you plan to do any tracking of your car where temps may be elevated, and engine movement on the mounts may be exaggerated...
Start with:
10' section of Aeroquipt Stainless AN10 hose AER-FBA1000-10 $75
(2) Mocal 90 degree fittings MOC-F90-10 @ 15.15 each $30.30
(2) Mocal straight AN10 connectors MOC-FS-10 @ $7.49 $14.98
Total $ 120.28
The finished product:
As discussed, allow for large radius bends in the fender well area so the hose ends aren't pulled/pushed as the engine torques on it's mounts. These hoses ended up being 48" and 64" Cut end to cut end:
Be sure to cover any potential areas of abrasion/contact with some cushioning. Stainless line is extremely abrasive and will eventually saw through anything it comes in contact with:
Keep them away from the Power steering hardlines:
General routing across the front of the car:
Engine side:
