05/06 Power Steering Hose Deterioration
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You can. They are $300 plus 7 for shipping. I can do PayPal or a check. Send me your address and I'll get one out right away. Thanks
It's a good thing that most 05/06 GT owners live close to a NAPA or Autozone parts store. When this supply of the deteriorating P/S return hoses are gone, there will be no more. And if you are one of the unlucky ones who did not get your replacement from Me or Rich Brooks, You can always go down to your local parts store and buy a length of heater hose when the oem one fails. I know I would want a 3 buck universal hose on my 500K Supercar.
DakotaGT
GT Owner
A word of caution when installing these replacement hoses: double check the length, compared with your old hose, and note carefully how the old one is routed before removing it, paying particular attention to the length of hose after the last/bottom bend. Mine was about 3/4" too long, which placed the hose right up against the oil reservoir. Not good to have rubber hoses up against a hot component. Naturally, it's very easy to remedy, once you know to look out for it. Just set your old hose and your replacement hose side by side before you snake your new hose down into position, and trim off any extra you might have.
Otherwise, fantastic replacement piece (better than the originals, I suspect!), and a big "thank you" to you guys for making these available.
Otherwise, fantastic replacement piece (better than the originals, I suspect!), and a big "thank you" to you guys for making these available.
As you mentioned, it may take a little turning to get the alignment perfect. We have not had to trim any length off, as the bend in the hose has clearence to tweek it a bit. You are right about being better quality than OEM. These hoses were made using a used OEM a templet as no new ones were available. That may account for any slight size difference. Thanks for the pics Dakota. Glad you got yours. Eventually, there will be 2500 or so GTs using heater hose.
PeteK
GT Owner
twobjshelbys
GT Owner
And the vast majority of owners aren't forum members. Two things come to mind
The notice of impending doom was posted in alpha centauri
If a tree falls in the woods...
Then it's OUR responsibility, as members of the greatest forum in the world, to tell every other GT owner about the impending doom. Buy 2 they are small. While not quite as desirable as a left side headlamp, they would make a great addition to your GT memorabilia collection. We could make fun of the great unwashed who did not have the wisdom and foresight to get their prize when they could.
dshears
GT Owner
twobjshelbys
GT Owner
Right after I moved to Vegas I would go down to the local Cars and Coffee with the GT. Several other owners came (but not regularly) and I mentioned the forum to them. Not a single one knew about it. I don't know if any signed up or not.
An update on the P/S hose situation. I have been told by a few people that their P/S hose feels fine on the outside. That could be true, BUT, we believe the hoses are deteriorating from the INSIDE OUT. That means the contaminates are being flushed through the P/S system. P/S pumps and rack assemblies are expensive and I would think of limited availability. What is that old commercial that says "Pay me now or Pay me later"
2112
Blue/white 06'
Man I sold a left side headlight a couple of years ago because someone needed it to get their GT to pass inspection. Sorry I sold it now.
Tomcat
GT Owner
GKW05GT
GT Owner
Mr.Charger
GT Owner
Hi everyone,
just came across this thread. Mine is 06 and I am keeping the car for lifetime, so this might be a very good investment. Not being so much into the technical side, this is the return hose I understood, what about the other one ? Will this be same problem someday ?
Thinking about stocking the most needed spares to be sure I can drive her in 20 years as good as today
@Tomcat : shipping to Germany possible as well ?
Best
Holger
We have not seen any problems with the smaller pressure hose. The larger of the two hoses is the problem child. Ford no longer services the part. Rich Brooks and I are the only place for a replacement hose, although we have a limited amount left. I would think I could ship one to Germany, but cost could be high. Shipped a couple to Canada and it was an extra 26 bucks for shipping. Smart move stocking up what you can. We are considering having other GT parts made, but not sure which would be cost effective.Hi everyone,
just came across this thread. Mine is 06 and I am keeping the car for lifetime, so this might be a very good investment. Not being so much into the technical side, this is the return hose I understood, what about the other one ? Will this be same problem someday ?
Thinking about stocking the most needed spares to be sure I can drive her in 20 years as good as today
@Tomcat : shipping to Germany possible as well ?
Best
Holger