About this episode
When building a performance engine, everyone talks endlessly about forged pistons, H vs. I beam connecting rods, high-flow injectors, and '1000hp capable' turbochargers ready to produce 60-100 PSI of boost. That's all exciting and, depending on your goals, critical, but what about your fittings and hoses that none of these components would last without? Use ‘PODCAST75’ for $75 off your first HPA course here: https://hpcdmy.co/hpa-tuned-in Jamie from Raceworks runs us through some of the popular options you will find in all forms of motorsport, including monsters at events like the World Time Attack Challenge. These include braided rubber and PTFE (Teflon) hose options, what areas of the engine you might choose flexibility over comparative durability, push lock and crimped hose ends. You will also get a quick rundown of AN fittings and adaptors, including how the AN fitting sizing system works and some insight into hard lines, Wiggins, clamps, and silicone couplers, along with some options on flaring your pipe/tube. TIME STAMPS: 0:00 - AN Fittings 1:30 - Braided Hose 1:43 - Rubber 2:10 - PTFE 3:04 - Exotic Fuel Vs Rubber 3:50 - Push Lock 4:35 - PRO TIP! 4:48 - Reusable Hose Ends 5:22 - Crimp Hose Ends 6:15 - Weight PTFE Vs Rubber 6:35 - Hard Lines 7:24 - Silicone Couplers 7:50 - Wiggins Clamps 8:51 - Flare/Beads 9:47 - Don't Be A Gorilla 10:14 - Flexible Options 11:09 - Understanding 'Dash' Sizing 12:19 - Hose & Fittings Compatibility 12:51 - Raceworks - Thanks Jamie! 13:15 - BUILD.TUNE.DRIVE