Dave
As a matter of fact NO it was a Merc factory line. I've had one push-lock line for 4 seasons now. Had to make some more last season for these new oil coolers. Checked into the specs of the hose and it was only about 220/230* but had a working pressure of 300 psi. So since I'm well below the max pressure I figure I can get away with a little extra temp. I'm not one to be beating on it 24/7 so my oil temps rarely go over 200*.
I used it for my fuel too BUT it''s not USCG approved. I'm going to redo those this winter. Here's my oil leak...It was like a cow on a flat rock:D

Cal (mopower)

I don't need a name...you can call me anything but late for dinner:D :D

Yeah Cal, I was working on picking out lines today and am finding a lot that are 212, and some that are 230. What I am going to get prices on is teflon hose with SS braid jacket, good for 450F. It is compatible with gas, oil, ps and water, all things I am redoing. Last year I blew a power steering line (twice actually) and made a disaster of my freshly painted bilge. That's what scares me about the barbed fitting. When I total up the cost factor to use that hose I may change my mind though... time will tell. That stuff aint't cheap!!

Dave

That teflon hose seems to be the ticket;) . That's not push-lock is it? Probably needs crimped ends and yeah , you better bend over and grab you ankles:crazy: .
They do make for a nice looking job though:) . If you can, let me know about how much it costs.
Thanks Cal

I'll do that Cal. I am going to try to get a sample to check out. There are two ways to fasten connectors on the SS-TFE stuff; the crimp connectors and some compression type connectors that can be feild assembled. I am going to price the ones you can assemble. Hopefully the fittings are not like $45 ea. I've seen some like that. But after my oil messes this year, cost becomes less of an issue. I just cannot tolerate a ****ty looking bilge and last year was a heart breaker after all the work I did. I've been fighting that battle and loosing ever since I had this boat.

What size thread is on that line you blew (shown abovr)? I don't have mine apart yet and could use that fact.

Dave

Don't know the size off hand. I'm in work again till 12m. But leave me tell you , I'm hell with pipe sizes:crazy:
Speaking of messes , this is about 45 minutes running time last spring(first time out) with brand new engines:mad: The oil came up at a 45* angle and hit the engine hatch and splattered all over.

Great stuff. Hose is CHEAP wait till you see the price of the fittings and hose ends!!!!!!!!!! :D Never blown a fitting or hose though. ;)

Using Aeroquips socketless hose for 3 years without a problem, its blue too :) ( the push on barb stuff)

Temperature Range: -40°F to +300°F
Air not to Exceed +250°F
Water not to Exceed +180°F
Maximum Operating Pressure: 250psi - All Sizes.
Applications: Fuel, Oil, Coolant, and Air.


http://www.jegs.com/cgi-bin/ncommerc...86&prmenbr=361

Thanks ursus, that was going to be my next question on the T/A forum. Craig223's Cig has that and it makes a clean looking engine compartment.

Prices on the teflon SS braid hose is (1/2" or #8) $.62/in. About $10/fitting. Around $500 to do my oil, fuel and PS lines. WOW.

Dave

And this is from where??
I think my black oil lines may be fine,but perhaps the fuel may get done:rolleyes:
It's either that or bend my own 1/2 inch fuel lines.