Can I fix my transmission line with rubber hose?
Yes it HAS to be designed for hydraulic fluid. Trans fluid & regular rubber fuel line aren’t compatible, as it will swell it & leak. Just use heavy duty clamps (sometimes called ‘fuel injection style’ clamps). …
How much does it cost to replace a transmission hose?
Once those lines start to malfunction, then the transmission fluid can overheat. You will pay somewhere between $100 and $450 for a transmission cooler line replacement. The labor should be between $60 and $300, while parts can cost you anywhere from $40-$160.
Can you replace steel transmission cooler lines with rubber?
You can use rubber hose, but make sure it’s transmission cooler line rated. The pressure is quite low (12-15 psi). Double clamp it or use FI type clamps instead of the worm-drive style.
Are transmission lines double flared?
All the factory inverted flare fittings, like your trans cooler has, use double flares on the lines.
Can a rubber hose be used to repair a transmission line?
90 percent of new cars now days use rubber hoses to connect the transmission lines to the radiator and back. Trucks however, typically do not. If your running a length of hose to repair a leak, you will be fine. I do recommend using high pressure clamps. Even though the system is not high pressure.
Can you use fuel hose for transmission cooling lines?
Likewise, can fuel hose be used for transmission cooling lines? Yes, you can install cheap fuel hose, and it WILL work but the question is, ‘for how long?’. Transmission cooler hose is noticeably thicker and stiffer, and you can safely assume that the type of rubber used will work long-term with atf.
How much does it cost to patch a transmission line?
Cut the line and use a compression coupler , should cost less than $5 or $10 . To add to the previous post. Cut the line where the hole is, put new fittings on each side, then use a union to reconnect the line. If the line is too short, buy a short section of line at any auto parts store to replace the missing section.
What should I do if my transmission line is leaking?
The transmission can start leaking and bleed out while you are driving and you would have no clue until failure because these old trucks have nothing to indicate transmission failure or temperature. Rubber hose for a very temp repair and Replace with new steel line soonest.