Re: What's so special about Radiator hose 16V

[Jim Buck <vwpride@mixi.net>]

Pushkar wrote:
> 
> IHello All,
>         I burst the upper radiator hose on my 87 16V. The dealer quoted a price
> of 205 $ ! I checked at other auto stores and they claim they have them
> for 6 to 10 $.
> 
> So what is so special about this dealer hose? I talked to my mechanic
> later and he said the 16V have special hoses not available anywhere.
> 
> Is this true? Any help is appreciated. Is there another VW part place
> whare I can get anything cheaper than the ridiculous 205 figure.
> 
> Thanks
> 
>         Pushkar

WOW!  I've wondered how much that sucker costs.  I would be tempted to
do a Frankenstein job if I couldn't get one for less than $100.

Jim Buck,
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