wimberosa
SILVER Star
The following post is about judging interest on black smog hoses with no emblem from viper.
I've been looking for smog hoses for the 1979 refresh I'm doing and have contemplated several things.
1) buying used - Yes they'd have the proper bends but might also be old and weak
2) forming my own rubber hoses with heat - Not only is it troublesome but it weakens the hose
3) looking for other options
So the new silicone hoses offer an alternative and some brands even have internal wire mesh to prevent
crimping on odd bends. The 1979 smog setup has an almost 90 deg bend at the abv/asv.
To me the following looks like a potential option from viper (I am not assocatiated in any way with this company).
www.viperperformance.co.uk
They DO make a 19mm ID black hose but its got this Viper emblem on it. I'd prefer the hose to look as original as possible while still giving me strength and flexibility. I asked their sales team if they have it without the emblem and they stated they'd consider making a run without emblems .... but of course .... they'd need to understand how much of that they could sell.
So here's the question. Who would want some of these? And/or am I missing unconsidered options from other vendors?
I've been looking for smog hoses for the 1979 refresh I'm doing and have contemplated several things.
1) buying used - Yes they'd have the proper bends but might also be old and weak
2) forming my own rubber hoses with heat - Not only is it troublesome but it weakens the hose
3) looking for other options
So the new silicone hoses offer an alternative and some brands even have internal wire mesh to prevent
crimping on odd bends. The 1979 smog setup has an almost 90 deg bend at the abv/asv.
To me the following looks like a potential option from viper (I am not assocatiated in any way with this company).
19mm (3/4") 1 Metre SuperFlex Silicone Hose
Viper Performance silicone hoses deliver exceptional engine cooling and durability, ensuring your vehicle performs optimally under all conditions.
They DO make a 19mm ID black hose but its got this Viper emblem on it. I'd prefer the hose to look as original as possible while still giving me strength and flexibility. I asked their sales team if they have it without the emblem and they stated they'd consider making a run without emblems .... but of course .... they'd need to understand how much of that they could sell.
So here's the question. Who would want some of these? And/or am I missing unconsidered options from other vendors?
