Steel vs rubber hoses for trans cooler lines

Steel vs rubber hoses for trans cooler lines, what did you guys do??

My transmission guy was telling me its better to just get the steel lines like it came stock. He said as long as you have all the clips to keep ...

transmission cooler lines, rubber or metal? - Good Sam Community

Properly bending, flaring and assembling steel lines is fairly labor intensive vs rubber hoses. So the biggest issue is cost. Assuming the shop used the proper ...

Good hoses to use for tranny cooler lines.....?? - LS1Tech.com

Automatic Transmission - Good hoses to use for tranny cooler lines.....?? - I was going to do steel braided, but decided not to. What rubber ...

Trans Cooler Lines: Hard Tubing or Hose? - Corral.net

Rubber is easy to deal with, however it doesn't last. Gets hard & cracks. Steel lines last longer but they too crack..and this happens faster if ...

is it ok to run rubber line for trans. cooler? - Team Chevelle

Not in my opinion. Not well suited to abrasion and hard to route/retain effectively. Get some steel lines made or buy some pre-made tubing (w/ ...

Hose Guide for What to Use With Transmission Cooler Lines - JEGS

Braided lines, such as nylon or stainless steel, are suited for performance applications like towing a heavy load or enjoying a day at the track ...

Good/Better/Best Trans Cooler Hose Connections? | GMT400

Rubber-based hose is nice, the Teflon (PTFE) liner stuff is even better. Like all hose, though, you'd only use as much hose as absolutely ...

Trans cooler lines, hardline vs braided - The BangShift.com Forums

The hydraulic hose will definitely work but I'm a fan of hard lines with just a little braided stainless to allow everything to move if need be.

Mechanics Corner: Steel lines versus rubber hoses - | Ag Proud

The rubber hoses are more readily available and are easier to replace than steel lines. On some equipment you have to take the cab off in order to replace the ...

Proper type of tubing for trans cooler lines?

Never use regular copper line on a car with the exception of maybe a choke tube or something like that. Nickel copper cost more but bends easy ...

what do i use for transmission coolant lines - The Jalopy Journal

Just use the steel tubing, it's already flared to connect at the transmission. also use the correct "trans cooler line" rubber tubing instead of rubber fuel ...

Steel vs Aluminum Trans Cooler Lines? | BobIsTheOilGuy

Also, cooler lines, to my knowledge, don't carry much pressure. That's not likely an area concern. Agree. Aftermarket coolers use rubber hose ...

tranny lines rubber or steel need to replace - Diesel Place

I have never run all the way with hose. The steel lines only seem to rust at the ends or where there is a clip. Transmission cooler does not run ...

Anyone used rubber hose to replace rotting section of trans cooler ...

You can use rubber hose, but make sure it's transmission cooler line rated. The pressure is quite low (12-15 psi). Double clamp it or use FI type clamps.

Can I replace a rusted trans oil line with a rubber fluid hose. - Reddit

Comments Section · 1: Cut the line back to strong metal, with about a foot of decent line on both sides. · 2: Find a rubber hose that fits tightly ...

what AN Hose to use for trans lines? | Yellow Bullet Forums

So is it better to run rubber lines to steel line back to rubber line to connect to the cooler or what? Save Share. Reply Quote · Like.

Trans Cooler Lines - Push Lok or Braided Hose? - GBodyForum

I wouldn't use rubber push lock without a reinforced hose and fittings rated for trans pressures that at least crimp or use good quality ...

Replace steel auto transmission cooling lines with rubber?

No, you cannot replace them with "rubber hoses." You might be able to get away with replacing them with reinforced, high-pressure fuel line hose suitable for ...

Can i replace these rusted trans cooler lines with rubber ... - Reddit

and GOOD hose clamps, with a flared end on the metal part of the line thats left, if any. just to keep it from slipping.

Fuel line vs. tranny cooler line - what's the diff? | Team Camaro Tech

Rubber cooler lines will work, but they are prone to leaking. The heat and oil will make them soft. Steel or aluminum lines are best. I have ...