rdub549

Hey, Everybody. I'm trying to find out what type of tubing goes from the AIR black check valves that come off of the manifold to the metal tubes sticking up from under the car.

I got one side from a pick and pull when I got my manifolds but it was cracked. We were able to snip it down to get it to fit, but when we brought a sample to the auto shops in town, they tried to give us heater hose which

1, won't fit because it has too small of an ID,
2, they crimp way too easily, and
3, I was told by a guy who has worked on lt1's before that heater hose will melt because they're made for liquid, not air.

I'm just wondering what the tubing is called and where to find this stuff because I'm having a heck of a time with it and it's the only thing I need before I get my baby inspected and on the road again!!!

PS I'm wanting to really get new tubing instead of buying the ones that came with the car because I'm afraid of them not lasting much longer...

shoebox

The LH side is still available from GM. The RH side is not.

rdub549

Yeah, I found that out pretty quick, :/

But I still need SOMETHING!! Anybody have tubing they've bought that can stand up to the heat and the surprisingly tight bend?

zmike

Not sure where you are located but look up Billy Graham salvage in Calera, Alabama and give him a call. He has lots of cars in his yard and is a great guy and is very knowledgeable about the 4th gens. He will be able to get you one off a car and mail it to you.