Oil lines for cheap
#1
Oil lines for cheap
Hey everyone. I'm new to the forum but not new to cars or turbos.
I did some searching and could not find a good answer.
I am making a custom turbo setup on a single cam F22B1 out of a 94 Accord with a T3 60 trim. I bought most of the itmes already and made just about everything I could. I'm moving on to the oil lines. I'm going cheap on everything so the oil lines are no exception. I've seen the kits selling for about $85 or so and I just can't bring myself to pay that much for lines when I didn't even pay that much for the turbo and rebuild kit. Is there any write-ups or pictures any of you have for making lines with hose and fittings from Home Depot, Lowes, or some other hardware store? I figure it could realistically be done for less than $40. Any ideas or suggestions?
I did some searching and could not find a good answer.
I am making a custom turbo setup on a single cam F22B1 out of a 94 Accord with a T3 60 trim. I bought most of the itmes already and made just about everything I could. I'm moving on to the oil lines. I'm going cheap on everything so the oil lines are no exception. I've seen the kits selling for about $85 or so and I just can't bring myself to pay that much for lines when I didn't even pay that much for the turbo and rebuild kit. Is there any write-ups or pictures any of you have for making lines with hose and fittings from Home Depot, Lowes, or some other hardware store? I figure it could realistically be done for less than $40. Any ideas or suggestions?
#2
Re: Oil lines for cheap
check out the hydraulic stores. I've looked into making for myself initially, but found that it was too much hassle and price wasnt that much different... i was probably going to waste more gas going from place to find trying to find parts. but you may have better luck.
#3
Re: Oil lines for cheap
I read the "EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT OIL LINES" thread but it really didn't cover details on what I'm looking for.
I'm using a T3 60 trim going on a Honda motor. How about buying a 2' 4AN hose to tap into to back of the block, a 90deg fitting going to a 3' 4AN line going up the pass. side of the motor up to the oil feed on the turbo and then buying a 1.5' 4AN line for the return and a fitting or bolt welded to the pan for the return line to connect to. That's about $30 in stuff at a hardware store or even on ebay.
I can get N2O line for cheap and could probably get it done for about $20-25. It is nice 4AN stainless & braided with a teflon center and very strong. I know it will withstand the pressure but my only concern is the oil molecules eating through it. As far as I can see it is the same stuff and should work fine. Just wondering if anyone can verify it?
I'm using a T3 60 trim going on a Honda motor. How about buying a 2' 4AN hose to tap into to back of the block, a 90deg fitting going to a 3' 4AN line going up the pass. side of the motor up to the oil feed on the turbo and then buying a 1.5' 4AN line for the return and a fitting or bolt welded to the pan for the return line to connect to. That's about $30 in stuff at a hardware store or even on ebay.
I can get N2O line for cheap and could probably get it done for about $20-25. It is nice 4AN stainless & braided with a teflon center and very strong. I know it will withstand the pressure but my only concern is the oil molecules eating through it. As far as I can see it is the same stuff and should work fine. Just wondering if anyone can verify it?
#8
Re: Oil lines for cheap
Thanks for the input fellas!
I will check on the temperature rating of the lines but I'm pretty sure they will work.
If I do have success with this, I will post up the details, pictures, source for parts, etc. so that you guys can do your oil lines for cheap!
I will check on the temperature rating of the lines but I'm pretty sure they will work.
If I do have success with this, I will post up the details, pictures, source for parts, etc. so that you guys can do your oil lines for cheap!
#10
Re: Oil lines for cheap
Originally Posted by primercrx
oil lines cost me 9 dollars, then i had to buy the tt oil fitting as said cheapest way is to go with hydralic lines and find a specialy shop for fittings
There is a reason he sells them for that cost. Makes life 90x times easier.