Marnie hose coolant lines

GrindGarage · Posted: Tue Jan 20, 2009 9:48 am Post subject: Marnie hose coolant lines

Read the old posts, just want to know 3 things from those who have used it.

1 Type
2 Size
3 lenght

Thank you
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swmontana · Samba Member Joined: February 13, 2007 Posts: 100

"Marnie Hose" I don't remember that. Who used it: Tippi Hendren or Sean Connery?
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cannedveggiessuck · Posted: Tue Jan 20, 2009 10:09 am Post subject:

Now thats funny !!!
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crazyvwvanman · Posted: Tue Jan 20, 2009 10:29 am Post subject: Re: Marnie hose coolant lines

I have been using this stuff for repair sections and full replacements for several years. The required length depends on year and model. 18 feet will do a 2.1. You need a couple more feet for 1.9 and diesel. I like 1 1/4" inner diameter for all full replacements. Do not buy the type with big distinct ribs on the outer surface!

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Marine-Hardwall-Exh...0237583471

You also need some short couplers to attach hose to hose at each end. I get mine from here. To use the above hose to replace plastic pipes you need 1 1/2" X 1 1/4" times 4. To replace metal pipes use 1 1/4" x 1 1/4" times 4.

http://www.jagsthatrun.com/Cooling-System-Parts_Order.html

Mark

GrindGarage · Posted: Tue Jan 20, 2009 6:18 pm Post subject:

Thank you, time to replace those cracked plastic pipes!
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purplepeopleeater · Posted: Tue Apr 24, 2012 9:32 pm Post subject:

Bump, Any reports on how this is holding up? I had this on my carat but sold it before I could put more then a year on it.

i'm thinking about using this stuff, its a little different then what i used...

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Marine-Exhaust-Water-Hose-...mp;vxp=mtr

insyncro · Posted: Wed Apr 25, 2012 6:57 am Post subject:

One bad experience to report.
Unknown brand, but had the reiforced, spiral steel layer.
It must have been in the van for a long time.
All of the ends that showed the metal where it was cut to fit had deteriorated and the hoses started to weep at each connection.
That is when it came to me for service.
I recommend rubber or silicone hoses.
The owner opted to run the van as is....1500 miles later lost one of the main connections at hiway speed and overheated his motor Crying or Very sad

I have two Syncros with all hoses replaced with silicone, hardlines replaced with custom bent RMW pipes, sealant at each connection and stainless T bolt clamps.
Not a drip, drop or bubble for over 75k miles.

purplepeopleeater · Posted: Wed Apr 25, 2012 7:22 am Post subject:

Good to know, all my vans are all season drivers and I have concerns about the elements getting to the ends and doing just that.

mwolf5682 · Posted: Wed Apr 25, 2012 7:23 am Post subject:

On the 85 had to cut off the rusted (couple feet) ends of the longitudinal steel pipes and spliced in marine exhaust hose

Held up for at least 5 years of Minnesota winter. Used brass plumbing connections to tee back into original at engine.

The hose is pretty impressive, got mine at a local supply house, it was a name brand hose manufacturer, cant remember now. Withstand exhaust and high temp in marine environment, it did just fine on the bottom of the bus.

crazyvwvanman · Posted: Wed Apr 25, 2012 7:29 am Post subject:

One of my vans has the marine hose completely replacing both of the main coolant pipes. About 10 years so far.

Mark

purplepeopleeater · Posted: Wed Apr 25, 2012 7:32 am Post subject:

What type?

mine was grey with a blue line, it had smaller wires in it too....the stuff I posted above doesn't say much.

Zero419 · Posted: Wed Apr 25, 2012 7:34 am Post subject:

I got to get on this.
I had to pound the steel end of my plastic hose in (for the second time.)
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purplepeopleeater · Posted: Wed Apr 25, 2012 7:39 am Post subject:

I've only had to pound my ends once, but I epoxied them back.

but I believe i'm living on borrowed time, Bus depot sells a stainless pipe kit for $280, the marine hose with connectors would be about 200 with connectors and stuff buying the hose from the link above.

I'm not trying to be cheap here but I like the idea of having something more flexable, and thats why I went with it in the first place.

I think this all depends on the type/brand of hose used...and it sure is easy to replace.

crazyvwvanman · Posted: Wed Apr 25, 2012 7:45 am Post subject:

I use only smooth hardwall type with wire reinforcement. I have used Gates, Shieldsflex, and generic from Ebay made in Italy. I will have to crawl under and try to see anything more about the one in the driveway. This place sells it for a good price in 12 foot lengths. Their shipping calculator is messed up though.

http://www.jmsonline.net/shieldsflex-ii-1-1-4x-12-1-2.htm?source=googleps

Mark

purplepeopleeater · Posted: Wed Apr 25, 2012 7:53 am Post subject:

That is a good deal, jms gets you on shipping though according to google reviews.

purplepeopleeater · Posted: Wed Apr 25, 2012 7:54 am Post subject:

That is a good deal, jms gets you on shipping though according to google reviews.

Its funny, I tried to order this at a couple of local marine supply stores...they never heard of bulk hose like this. Rolling Eyes

danfromsyr · Posted: Wed Apr 25, 2012 8:00 am Post subject:

We added 1 or 2 SS rivets thru the plastic & metal sleeve under where the rubber would clamp. they've never moved.. but it's only bee a few years now... so time will tell.
easy peasey and cheap.

crazyvwvanman · Posted: Wed Apr 25, 2012 8:06 am Post subject:

There is something wrong with their online shipping calculator. If you order one piece it says $29 shipping, but for 2 pieces $82. It should be more like $20 for 1 and $40 for 2. I would call and see what is up, or at least make 2 separate orders rather than get reamed like that.

Mark

PacificSticker · Posted: Wed Apr 25, 2012 8:15 am Post subject:

WAgrower · Posted: Wed Apr 25, 2012 8:18 am Post subject:

Your in Ocean City, I have to believe you have a marine supply store that can get the shieldsflex 2 for you. I found it locally for about $200, it came in 2-12' sticks that were more then enough for any engine combo.

You'll need some connectors- size will depend on year-
http://www.jagsthatrun.com/Pages/Parts_Cooling_TransHoseSplicers.html
these guys can make whatever you need and have most of it in stock.

I just finished my install this winter and found it to be quite easy. Cutting the mid frame is not hard or complex, and you could realistically do the job with the fuel tank in.
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