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Curtis wrote:
>hmmm, am I correct in thinking that the major contributer to the
deterioration
> of these hoses are the additives/gasoline? So were I to buy enough to
>have a spare length it would not deteriorate considerably just sitting in
>my frunk?
>I'm think it better to have too much than not enough.
Yes, additives seem to be part of the cause, but age also has something to do
with it too, and you never know how long the hose has been on the shelf
before you buy it. Any hose laying in the "frunk" might get a little stiff and take
a shape, but it should still be useable if needed for an emergency.
Bob 65 Notch S w/ Sunroof
71 Square, Now a 2 seat Roadster, pics can be seen at;
http://volksrods.com
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