Could i use rubberfuel lines to replace my rusty old metal transmission lines?Would be much easier to replace that way?Humm Humm Can i?Can i?..LOL

 

As long as they could hold the same pressure, I don't see why not

 

I did on the cooler, and havent had any problems. Its not very high pressure so you should be good, i would get high pressure clamps though.

 

Most any auto parts store has specific transmission hose. Just tell them how many feet you need, and they will cut it. Most everything I read says to not use fuel hose.

 

You can use them on the ends to help fit onto a cooler. I would not at all recommend rubber hose for a full transmission line.If something were to puncture it while driving, you'd be in trouble.. quick.


The steel lines are not that expensive and can be bent by hand.

 

I agree. They do sell the transmission line. It needs to be oil resitant as well as heat and pressure. Gas line would olny need to handle corsive propertys, and not heat or high pressure or oil. Sure it may work but dont trust it for tolong. The tranny line is cheep too. Dont replace the entire metal tube. just what you need to!

 

Yea, it looks like in 1994 they started using the quick-disconnect tubes (which are pre-cut at the factory). But, before that, it looks like they used just standard steel line.
The exact size of steel line changed between 1987 and 1993, but for 1987, the parts list is saying 5/16". Part number 1843253. It's 25 feet worth (bulk). Should be around $44 at the stealership, but bulk line can be found anywhere for cheaper.

If you need new adapters, the thread on the transmission should be 1/4"NPT (pipe thread) but "try before you buy."

Currently, my truck is running all hose (no metal tubing), but I have a real bad feeling about it, and will probably change that out before I drive it more than a few miles from the house.

 

Short anwser, NO. The steel lines run next to to many hot engin parts, the rubber won't last long and when you spring a leak, there you are.