catastrada Posted January 30, 2009 Share Posted January 30, 2009 Followong all the smart posts I read on the BC, I dedided to install a mechanical gauge on my R300. A call to Think Automotive on Monday and on thursday the kit arrived at home (in France). During the call I was asked whether I prefer nylon hose or braided hose. According to Think Automotive, the nylon hose is far enough to support the oil pressure, and the braided hose can be the source of electrical issues in the dash. Nevertheless, most customers are opting for the braided hose. I said go for the braided hose. And guess what, I received a kit whit nylon hose. What do you think, should I install the nylon hose or should I buy a braided hose (I know where to source it locally)? Note : the (mocal) gauge provided by Think Automotive seems really to fit perfectly with the other Caterham gauges Edited by - Catastrada on 30 Jan 2009 12:18:43 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ECR Posted January 30, 2009 Share Posted January 30, 2009 I used braided hose. Whilst nylon is fine pressurewise if it ever splits (due to rubbing on a bracket behind the dashboard for instance) you will have a very difficult mess to clear up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stationary M25 Traveller Posted January 30, 2009 Share Posted January 30, 2009 I am using nylon, and making sure it is well-wrapped and cable-tied out of harms way under the dash, likewise, cable tied where possible under the bonnet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
catastrada Posted January 30, 2009 Author Share Posted January 30, 2009 I appologize I think I was not precise enough (my English will be better and better...) In my previous post I wrote "braided" and thought "steel braided". After a closer look, the nylon hose I received from Think Automotive is braided, which should be fine. Thank you for your replies ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mick Day Posted January 30, 2009 Share Posted January 30, 2009 To get around any potential short circuit problems behind the dash cover this part of the braided hose in heat shrink sleeving. This is also useful for any bits liable to rub elsewhere as braided hose is very abrasive. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grubbster Posted January 30, 2009 Share Posted January 30, 2009 I started with a nylon hose and then later replaced it with a braided one which is also completely sleeved in clear plastic - quite a bit thicker to route around but I have more confidence in its expected lifespan. Solent Se7ens Web! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
catastrada Posted February 2, 2009 Author Share Posted February 2, 2009 Now sorted as I fitted the mecanical OPG this WE. Although my electrical gauge has been displaying between 0 and 1 bar for the past 2 years, I now read 65psi at iddle ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roadsport06 Posted February 2, 2009 Share Posted February 2, 2009 I had the same pressure readings, the MOPG is far better as it tells you what pressure you have instead of whether or not you have pressure as with the EOPG. BRG and Yellow nose now with added brooklands Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stationary M25 Traveller Posted February 16, 2009 Share Posted February 16, 2009 I ended up wrapping the plastic capillary tune in some thick 5.5mm bore clear screenwash hose, and putting another plastic hose around that where it wraps round the corner of the sump. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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