Which Radiator Hoses, Genuine Or Silicon?

[Shoujiki]

Hey guys,

I'm going to be doing a timing belt, water pump service soon and want to replace the radiator hoses at the same time.

What are people opinions on the use of Silicon hose kits? I noticed you can get the JJR ones for $49 for both hoses. Genuine sets will be around $105 odd. Is it better to use rubber? I also like the look/quality of the Samco stuff but it's hard to find in Black for the 34 GTT.

I'll also be putting in a Fenix Alloy Radiator and Genuine Thermostat while i'm there.

Cheers, Kurt.

[C4a0s]

Samco Silicone hoses.

u can try www.viperperformance.com

[Shoujiki]

Any more thoughts on this?

[GTR_JOEY]

Id probably just ge the standard ones.. its not bad for that price and you know the hoses are made to last and they are going to look stock...

If I was going to go aftermarket I would get the samco ones, pretty sure they have a triple layer re-enforcement (or what ever its called) to stop leaks over time..

[Shoujiki]

Thanks GTR_JOEY. I'll be going Genuine Nissan i think as you say. Lasts the distance and look stock/not too leary. Full street car so no need to upgraded hoses for the sake of upgraded hoses.

Cheers for your advice.

[GTR_JOEY]

No worries