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Possible silicone radiator hoses group buy.
Posted: Fri Jul 20, 2007 2:33 pm
by Juffa
Hey all,
I'm after upper and lower radiator hoses for my NA6 Would prefer to go silicone. Can anyone recommend a source.
Oh, I have seen them available at mx5parts in the UK and Moss in the USA......but was wondering if there is a local source?
Am also thinking of getting a new radiator cap, say 1.1 or 1.3 bar (OEM NA6 is 0.9 bar). I believe that the NA8 has a 1.1 bar cap.....does anyone know if the NA8 cap will fit a NA6?
Thanks
J
Posted: Fri Jul 20, 2007 3:38 pm
by Ajay
hey jules why not try the MX5Parts ones.. you can get pretty ones in Yellow to match Malibu
http://www.mx5parts.co.uk/product_info. ... cts_id/563might not help if your in a rush.. im planning on getting these to replace all my hoses soon enough
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Posted: Fri Jul 20, 2007 3:57 pm
by Juffa
mx5_boy wrote:hey jules why not try the MX5Parts ones.. you can get pretty ones in Yellow to match Malibu
Why not?....because I'm not Jules ....
Besides I'm going a blue hose path.....all of the under bonnet silicone hoses are blue......
Will probably get the MX5parts.uk ones......wanted to see what was available here first.
Is anyone interested in a group buy?
Posted: Fri Jul 20, 2007 4:25 pm
by Jimmy
Im keen mate. Got a quote yet? Shipping? I was going to replace the hoses and thermostat as soon as the radiators come in from the group buy (estimated 5 weeks from now btw for those yet to recieve).
Posted: Fri Jul 20, 2007 4:42 pm
by Ajay
hahahah SORRY JUFFA!.. my bad
im interested if the price be right
i want the whole set of silicone replacements.. not definate yet but possibly depending on tax money
Posted: Fri Jul 20, 2007 5:17 pm
by jules
I'm a tentative at this stage pending price.
Juffa
Posted: Fri Jul 20, 2007 5:48 pm
by Fatty
didn't boags do group buy on these a few months ago?
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Posted: Fri Jul 20, 2007 6:54 pm
by Boags
jules wrote:I'm a tentative at this stage pending price.
Juffa
BAHAHAHAHA! HOOOOO! HAAHAHAHA.
I spat up fish curry everywhere, you bastard!
My source turned out to be about $65 per set to Brissy + $10 express shipped. I needed 5 definites to go ahead. Juffa, I have returned your PM.
Boags
Posted: Fri Jul 20, 2007 7:30 pm
by SuperMazdaKart
don't forget the \"2 lower\" radiator hoses! so three in total all up
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Posted: Fri Jul 20, 2007 9:32 pm
by Juffa
SuperMazdaKart wrote:don't forget the "2 lower" radiator hoses! so three in total all up
Yes, agreed you do require 3 hoses. I only need two as the turbo is in the way of one of the hoses.
MX5 parts in the UK has a full silicone hose kit.
http://www.mx5parts.co.uk/product_info. ... cts_id/570 not exactly cheap though.
I will check with the mob in the states that Boags used for his group buy and also with MX5parts in the uk and then will confirm the prices before I go any further.
Juffa......or is it Jules....
Posted: Fri Jul 20, 2007 11:33 pm
by Ajay
im so sorry..
both of you own sexy malibu's
and both names start with J..
. so its your own fault
Posted: Sat Jul 21, 2007 1:26 am
by Alex
Could always try the forum sponsor Mx5 Mania
Coloured Silicone Vacuum Hose Kits
It is easy to create a whole new look to your MX5 by simply replacing your cars OEM hoses with these brilliantly coloured silicone hose sets. The kits are designed specifically for the MX5 and have a lifetime warranty.
Prices (AUD)
Blue $120.00
Red $120.00
Black $120.00
not sure what they include though
can be found in the Engine bay page 7th from the bottom
Posted: Fri Jul 27, 2007 9:49 am
by Juffa
Ok,
I have been in contact with a Ebay shop in the USA (same one as Boags). Based on 4 radiator hose kits the price landed in Aust and then express posted to you will be no more than $75 per kit. I will pass any currency conversion savings on. The only choice in colour is BLUE
Please add your name and year/model you need the hoses for.
1. Juffa - 1991 NA6A
2.
J
Posted: Fri Jul 27, 2007 9:50 am
by Juffa
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Posted: Fri Jul 27, 2007 9:50 am
by Juffa
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