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Vacuum Lines and Connectors 850 96

posted by  someone claiming to be Steve J on  Thu Apr 12 03:53 CST 2001 [RELATED]

Recently there has been some discussion of vacuum leaks. I would like to replace some on the lines and connectors. Does anyone know of a good source for vacuum lines and rubber connectors? Do you recommend stock replacement or perhaps there are upgrades available that are less likely to degrade over time.

Thanks,

Steve







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    Re: Vacuum Lines and Connectors 850 96

    posted by  someone claiming to be Charles Linden on  Thu Apr 12 04:33 CST 2001 [RELATED]

    I would go stock unless you have a reason not to. Any auto store should be able to sell you vacuum line and elbows. I would not replace anything though unless you have a leak. As for other options, there are several forms of rubber lines that can be used in place of the vinyl ones that are standard. Silicone being the most common. The problem with silicone is that it is not cut resistant it all. It is also more bulking. My biggest problem with silicone lines is securing them. You cannot use standard pipe clamps on silicone. So that leaves glue and zipties as the best option. I guess bottom line is I would not mess with anything until there is actually a problem. The whole, "if its not broke don't fix it" concept. I do however ziptie in the stock elbows for added security. High boost can pop them off. Just IMHO.







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      Re: Vacuum Lines and Connectors 850 94 T-5

      posted by  someone claiming to be AJ on  Thu Apr 12 05:12 CST 2001 [RELATED]

      let me add that i went to a few stores and there hard to find the right size I can only find them at the volvo dealer for somce fuckign reason and it cost at the dealer $3.50 per freaking little rubber elbows that con artists







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        Re: Vacuum Lines and Connectors 850 96 R

        posted by  someone claiming to be Steve J on  Fri Apr 13 02:23 CST 2001 [RELATED]

        That is the reason for my original post. I understand what Charles is saying about staying stock and not fixing unless its broken, but if a line or connector looks aged and I need to replace it, I was hoping not to have to go to the dealer and pay "through the hose". Quess I'll just have to "suck" it up and pay.






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