spider hose issues 3.0 asn
04-19-2014, 12:20 PM
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spider hose issues 3.0 asn
Well got round to replacing all vacuum lines. While I was there I removed the pcv to get better access and discovered that the hose from the block has broken in half. Have ordered new pcv and hoses, but until they arrive I'm depending on a washing machine drain hose (handy being a plumber, although I wish I was a mechanic)! Car runs much better, but is there a better replacement than oem plastic hose?
04-20-2014, 07:15 AM
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Well got round to replacing all vacuum lines. While I was there I removed the pcv to get better access and discovered that the hose from the block has broken in half. Have ordered new pcv and hoses, but until they arrive I'm depending on a washing machine drain hose (handy being a plumber, although I wish I was a mechanic)! Car runs much better, but is there a better replacement than oem plastic hose?
However, the C5s are out of warranty, last one was MY2004 IIRC so we're likely to see more and more age and equipment-related PCV failures and/or maintenance requirements. In the case of the infamous spider hose, it seems that replacement is the best cure.
04-20-2014, 07:59 AM
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I believe the OEM spider hose is the best solution…the OEM had to warranty it for a long time under the emission warranty…the C5s are just getting old. Replace the spider hose as necessary with OEM.
04-20-2014, 08:06 AM
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My posts/answers still aren't working.
But my viewpoint is that the OEM spider hoses are as good as can get…the OEM has to certify them and warranty them for a long time…it's just that C5s are getting old.
But my viewpoint is that the OEM spider hoses are as good as can get…the OEM has to certify them and warranty them for a long time…it's just that C5s are getting old.
04-20-2014, 11:41 AM
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Thanks for your reply, have ordered oem replacements. Was curious if anyone has tried anything other than oem with better results. Mine has lasted 125k miles so can't complain.
04-20-2014, 03:45 PM
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I would bet not although I have seen various kluges with heater hose, etc. They all seem to come after many years and miles when the OEM spider hose clogs from inadequate maintenance, including oil changes appropriate to vehicle/engine usage. If you google you will see many of these kluges…that's not to say kluges don't work…they often do and clearly long enough to redo them or until the next car.
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