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Where to get stainless braided hose? (archive)
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Posted by Patrick C 88 750iL on January 02, 2002 at 16:33:53:

In Reply to: Re: Power Steering Hose Leaking posted by David Morton on January 01, 2002 at 13:16:17:

Dave M,
I am interested in said Stainless braided hose. Where can I get one? It has to fit the dimensions of the original return hose. I am serious because I might not be able to get the right hose from BMW.
Patrick C 88/750


On a serious note though, I over Engineered mine when I had a leak (Not Personally!!), decided to make sure that it won't burst at the hoses again, went for Stainless braided hoses along with stainless piping just in case, also replaced the Intercooler, behind the kidneys in stainless. Used to work for a Braided hose manufacturer, still have "Ye Olde" Contacts.
However I'm told it's not that expensive to replace, slightly more than dealer parts, not much...But Hey! Lifetime guarantee against leaks!!!

Just my 2c's worth.

Regards
Dave M
It appears the hose from the gearbox to the hard tubing is leaking somewhere. Fluid is collecting in the cavities on the engine mount bracket and there is fluid all over the gearbox. It doesn't look too difficult to replace and access to the gearbox connection may the biggest challenge. Has anyone replaced this hose?

Happy New Year,
Mark Dorr
88 735i 100K





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