I use McMaster Carr a lot for hard to find parts. They also have fittings. Here is a link to the hose selections.
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looks spot on
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I just went to the auto parts store and got some heater core hose that fit the barbs.
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It's always better to pick the correct hose for the application. A hose for an oil catch can should have good temperature resistance and be able to handle petroleum products versus say a water and antifreeze solution.
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The link you sent me had several choices. Question is what psi rated hose would be best for application? -
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My feeling is the psi (pressure) is not very important. If you look at the way MINI attaches the stock hose to the fitting on the valve cover (R56), it's just a push on with a decorative plastic clip. The OEM hose is not even reinforced. The nice thing about McMaster-Carr is the additional information they supply with their product. I don't know what diameter hose you need, but notice they give you the bend radius (indication of how tight a bend you can make). Look at the temperature range and stick with a grade designed for petroleum-based oils. The other nice thing about this company; they can custom make the hoses to your length and add special hose fittings for a cleaner installation vs say the standard method of using hose screw clamps.
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ScottinBend Space CowboySupporting Member
There shouldn't be enough vacuum to be of a concern. I don't even have hose clamps on mine.