Coupler Hose ----HELP

[FJXP]

What kind of Coupler Hose do you guys use? My buddy's snaped while riding :scared: ( factory part, )...he is using a B-Pipe, and he was told that there is a heavy duty one out there ( used in cars ) that won't snap so easy.......

p.s. when he got off the ski the hull was smoking and the inside of the hull is 45% black now

if he doesn't fix it he won't bring it to FSF :buttkick:

 

[Phill]

Find a semi truck parts store, look for a coupler for a turbo I think. I have used one for a while now.....you will need to cut it shorter to get it to work. just dont cut it too short.....a little longer than the FP one and then clamp it down good.

 

[ski4]

i get 1 foot sections from high temp silicone
he was on ebay not sure if he still is

 

[Mark44]

McMaster Carr

Mark44

 

[Sauble]

I~m "the buddy" should I be looking for any specific dimensions ?

Thnx

 

[Mark44]

I~m "the buddy" should I be looking for any specific dimensions ?

Thnx

Yep measure the of of your pipe where the hose fits.................

Mark44

 

[Mark44]

#5296K86 at McMaster Carr

Mark44

 

[Phill]

I~m "the buddy" should I be looking for any specific dimensions ?

Thnx

4 inches

#5296K86 at McMaster Carr

Mark44

Is that $30 for one foot of that? That would be a good price if so.

 

[Mark44]

Is that $30 for one foot of that? That would be a good price if so.[/QUOTE]

Yes, I purchased 3'

Mark44

 

[Phill]

Do you go through it that fast or do you just like having a lot of spares?

 

[Mark44]

Do you go through it that fast or do you just like having a lot of spares?

Spares......... Everyone around here is always looking for some also.

 

[Sauble]

thnx guys....

I know the stock does not hold and usually need to be replaced every season. I~ll get more just in case.....

 

[Mark44]

Mine has been the same one for a few years now.

Mark44

 

[Matt_E]

thnx guys....

I know the stock does not hold and usually need to be replaced every season. I~ll get more just in case.....

I've been using the same coupler for 2 years now, and it's not looking like it's going to bust anytime soon.

 

[yamanube]

www.hightempsilicone.com

 

[Sauble]

I`ve never replaced it before, or anything for that matter always got my friend to fix my jetski, however I`m taking steps to learn how to take care of my ski myself.

are there any other parts (clamps, lubs, special tools) that I need to replace the coupler ?
Thnx

 

[yamanube]

If you are using standard style hose clamps toss them in the garbage and get some T-bolt style (like the ones hightempsilicones carries) I also seal my coupler up with high-temp copper sealant to prevent leaks and hot spots that cause it to blow.

http://www.hightempsilicone.com/category/stainlessctclamps/

 

[Matt_E]

If you are using standard style hose clamps toss them in the garbage and get some T-bolt style

I have also been using the standard FPP hoseclamps for two years without issue. :biggthumpup:

 

[yamanube]

I have also been using the standard FPP hoseclamps for two years without issue. :biggthumpup:

They dont clamp as tight and are more likely to break and or cut through the coupler.

 

[Matt_E]

Just saying, haven't had any of the issues you describe in 2 years.