BFlan2001

so i was replacing my o2 sensors a couple days ago (finally!!!), and i found a cracked hose under the hood...i'm pretty sure it's a breather hose because it goes from the top corner of the crankcase up to the intake (on the back of the engine)...it looks like plastic wire conduit if that helps..anyway i called my local dealership to check pricing on a replacement and he quoted me $90!!!! so when i heard that i busted out my electrical tape and went at it...it looks and feels stronger than before and i'm pretty sure it'll hold up just fine..is this hose that important that i should replace it?

EDIT: this hose is about 3/4" diameter and about 6-8 inches long

CK NYoC

electric tape wont hold it for long. Just cut off the hose part and reuse the connectors with a hose

AudiHawk95

on modding the breathers. I did this to my ends and used 3/8" fuel hose. Electrical tape won't cut it. This fix cost me under $20.00 total.

<img src="http://pictureposter.audiworld.com/84566/modified_breather_fitting.jpg">

<img src="http://pictureposter.audiworld.com/84566/breather_mod_stock_discons.jpg">

Fuzzbeaner

tape, then electrical tape. Been about 6 months, hasn't even flinched.

-Jeff

BFlan2001

thanks for the help guys, i guess i'll head to the hardware store after work today...

thecouga

I broke my crankcase breather hose replacing my camshaft position sensor.

I wouldn't count on electrical tape to hold for long. This hose is in a high temperature environment. You should have no problem following this writeup.