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    Default Coolant hose vs fuel hose

    Recently, I installed a K&N Typhoon intake on my 09 Civic Si. I made a mistake and accidentally cut the coolant rubber hose instead of the PCV hose.

    I went to Canadian Tire to find a suitable replacement, however the only hose that they had which was the correct diameter/length was fuel hose. This hose goes from the throttle body to the intake manifold port.

    It's been on the car since Sunday and I've driven it to Black Diamond and back and all through rush hour this week. Zero problems. I've read conflicting statements re: coolant degrading fuel hose. But isn't fuel more harsh on rubber than coolant? Some Mechanic input would be much appreciated

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    Go to a NAPA or another parts store, they'll sell the correct hose cut to length
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    It'll be fine.

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    Fuel hose should be fine. Its higher rated to handle fuels corrosive nature. However just go to a parts store or Princess Auto and get the correct part.
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    Thanks all..K&N has offered to send me a coolant hose for free..so I'll keep it handy if it looks like the fuel hose is starting to degrade prematurely.

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    Originally posted by Hallowed_point
    Thanks all..K&N has offered to send me a coolant hose for free..so I'll keep it handy if it looks like the fuel hose is starting to degrade prematurely.
    Thats great customer service
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    Originally posted by Tezzating
    Thats great customer service
    Certainly..I've always been happy with K&N products.

    Wow..they fedex'd me a replacement hose, just got it now!!
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