Bob & D,
I have silicone hose (different vendor) on the compressor out side of
my my intercooled 914. A total of 4 hours running. Half on the
ground and half actual flight time. No issues so far.
Check six,
Bob Borger
Europa Kit #A221 N914XL, XS Mono, Intercooled 914, Airmaster C/S
http://www.europaowners.org/N914XL
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On Mar 10, 2009, at 3:01, D Wysong wrote:
>
>> It is my belief that the turbo flange will be too hot (especially
>> after
>> shut down) for silicone hoses. Silicone is OK for water cooling
>> system
>> only? However I suggest you check this out don't rely on my
>> authority.
>
> Howdy Bob,
>
> Perhaps these silicone hoses are a different animal. Per the FAQ
> (www.turbohoses.com), these are good to over 1000 F in one hour
> increments and 600 F continuously per their FAQ. Our extended 914
> ground runs haven't revealed any heat issues thus far but we'll
> certainly keep an eye on things. :-)
>
> D
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