Turbo oil return

[jlpst94]

The line on my Eco turbo is leaking at the flex point.  Looking for an easier replacement than welding in a flex line from a different turbo line.  Has anyone used anything as a substitute for the original pipe and flex from the turbo to the oil pan.  Braided steel, high temp hose, etc....   Thanks guys

[vanbcguy]

Hydraulic hose will work just fine.

[TimpanogosSlim]

Since I'm working up to a turbo idi 1.6 build, I've spent some time searching the fora.

I think I'm gonna go with brass barbs that are at least as big ID as the outlet on the turbo, a length of hose (silicone or other high temp flexible oil line), and appropriately selected ear clamps.

[jlpst94]

Hydraulic hose will stand up to that oil temp?   

[8v-of-fury!]

It will if it can stand up to that oil temp.

I wouldn't get a 100F oil rubber hose and expect it to last. The 300psi oil lines that come with oil cooler kits, should work fine.. as the oil leaving the pan is probably close to the same temp as oil leaving the turbo once up to temp..

[monomer]

Hydraulic hose will stand up to that oil temp?   

Braided line, must use braided. You'll be less likely to wear it out from the outside-in, and dump all your oil everywhere.

Normal hydraulic hose will last past 200f degrees, but will harden after repeated heat cycles and over time. I'm talking normal 2wire/4wire stuff. I've replaced a bunch (and added heat exchangers in the process.)


I liked using the push-lock stuff for lower pressures, but the line is much less robust.

[jlpst94]

Found a few posts regarding this topic and I'm gonna piece it together using discounthydraulichose.com.  Thanks guys

[fatmobile]

 Get some silcone heater hose.
 It's been working great for me for years, handles the exhaust heat that's nearby, stays soft.
 Not too spendy, especially for such a short piece.
 I'm not sure what the diameter is.  16mm/5/8"

[homerj1]

Hydraulic hose will stand up to that oil temp?   

Braided line, must use braided. You'll be less likely to wear it out from the outside-in, and dump all your oil everywhere.

Normal hydraulic hose will last past 200f degrees, but will harden after repeated heat cycles and over time. I'm talking normal 2wire/4wire stuff. I've replaced a bunch (and added heat exchangers in the process.)


I liked using the push-lock stuff for lower pressures, but the line is much less robust.

I used single braided hydraulic hose and a couple of hose clamps on my k03 to 1.6td oilpan - so far so good.

[jb86]

try this

http://www.atpturbo.com/mm5/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Product_Code=ATP-OIL-024&Category_Code=ATP-OIL1

[vanbcguy]

I used one of these for mine:

http://www.darksidedevelopments.co.uk/products/custom-turbo-oil-return-line-1-9-2-0-tdi.html

[TimpanogosSlim]

I used one of these for mine:

http://www.darksidedevelopments.co.uk/products/custom-turbo-oil-return-line-1-9-2-0-tdi.html

between the exchange rate and royal post that's a pretty expensive option.

[jb86]

The turbo drain line is made for it
The right size
Not expensive
In the US
What's the problem with that?

[TimpanogosSlim]

The turbo drain line is made for it
The right size
Not expensive
In the US
What's the problem with that?

nothing, just looks suspiciously like silicone heater hose that i can get for $6/ft elsewhere.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/180218835033

[Gizmoman]

The turbo drain line is made for it
The right size
Not expensive
In the US
What's the problem with that?

nothing, just looks suspiciously like silicone heater hose that i can get for $6/ft elsewhere.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/180218835033

The hose has no pressure. It needs to withstand 250 F and remain somewhat flexible so it doesn't crack over time. If you're happy with the proper silicone hose for 6 bucks a foot, buy it.