Pex catch can hose

[joshc64311]

What problems would I run into using pex tubing for the catch can hoses? The hoses that came with my elite can seam to be leaking. 

[Orlando8]

why not have the manufacture of the can replace the hoses??

[joshc64311]

I have 10ft of pex laying around, and I've had my can for about 2years I doubt they would send me some more hose for free

[carnau]

Pex hose maximum heat is 180 degrees. I would say no unless you want a hot mess.

Some HPS would work and it comes in alot of different colors.

Clear - http://amzn.to/2hsTsgi

Red - http://amzn.to/2i5eyOG

Blue - http://amzn.to/2ytYdJs

Black - http://amzn.to/2zDe364

[Huetatos]

Can always pickup some fuel line. Thats what it is I think.

[bdbake01]

Yah PEX would really struggle with the heat and flexibility needs. Just grab some vacuum rated fuel hose. 

[2017SierraSLT]

I used a high pressure fuel hose when I installed my Elite catch can. It was the only hose that would not hiss or collapse due to the vacuum in the system.

[Orlando8]

Has this always been a problem with Elite?  If they cant sell good hoses with their system makes you wonder about the guts of the can.

[2017SierraSLT]

It does make you wonder..However, I have been very pleased with the can itself. They do need to step up with the quality of the supplied hoses.

[carnau]

1 hour ago, 2017SierraSLT said:

It does make you wonder..However, I have been very pleased with the can itself. They do need to step up with the quality of the supplied hoses.

Does it have a filter on the inside? I hate the cans that just come with 2 hoses and a drain. Kinda pointless. Really needs a filter.

 

[2017SierraSLT]

 

 

It uses stainless mesh.

[joshc64311]

Thanks guys

[Half_ton]

On 11/11/2017 at 10:53 PM, carnau said:

Pex hose maximum heat is 180 degrees. I would say no unless you want a hot mess.

Some HPS would work and it comes in alot of different colors.

Clear - http://amzn.to/2hsTsgi

Red - http://amzn.to/2i5eyOG

Blue - http://amzn.to/2ytYdJs

Black - http://amzn.to/2zDe364

• Hose Inside Diameter: 3/8" (9.5mm). Length: 5 Feet Roll
• Made of High Temp Premium Grade Silicone. Meet and exceed SAEJ20 industry standards, ideal for heavy duty pressure connections and provides excellent resistance for high temperature applications
• Great for marine and industrial use, custom turbo or intercooler piping fabrication, DIY intake or radiator cooling system
• Heavy wall design gives it the ability to handle extreme pressure
• UV and ozone resistant. Silicone hose is NOT compatible with fuel or oil ****************

[joshc64311]

I wonder what the oem pcv hose is made out of and if you could buy it in different length? 

[carnau]

4 hours ago, Half_ton said:

• Hose Inside Diameter: 3/8" (9.5mm). Length: 5 Feet Roll
• Made of High Temp Premium Grade Silicone. Meet and exceed SAEJ20 industry standards, ideal for heavy duty pressure connections and provides excellent resistance for high temperature applications
• Great for marine and industrial use, custom turbo or intercooler piping fabrication, DIY intake or radiator cooling system
• Heavy wall design gives it the ability to handle extreme pressure
• UV and ozone resistant. Silicone hose is NOT compatible with fuel or oil ****************

Correct. You are not running pressurized fuel or oil through the system for a catch can.