Vacuum Hose Adapter

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Vacuum Hose Adapter

May 22, 2020, 03:43:02 PM

I have been chasing vacuum leaks and a smoke machine was a real saver.

There is a rubber adapter that connects the boost gauge hose to the vacuum that is very dry rotted on my car. I need to replace it and unable to visit the autopart stores as of right now.
Anyone replace this before? I have searched around online, but I think my vocabulary for the search is incorrect.
I have temporarily safety wired it in place. I am going to need it for the hose that runs to the HVAC and EGR controller too.

Or is there a better way to go about this than replacing that adapter?

Thanks!

Re: Vacuum Hose Adapter

Reply #1 – May 22, 2020, 06:50:31 PM

Mikey, I would try an in-line adapter as seen here:

https://www.autozone.com/fittings-and-hose-line-connectors/vacuum-connector-and-tubing/dorman-autograde-assorted-straight-hard-vacuum-tubing-connector-8-piece/426012_0_0?spps.s=6482&cmpid=LIA:US:EN:AD:NL:1000000:FLT:71700000060668086&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI5PKZvsbI6QIViZ-zCh0MDw2eEAQYBCABEgL23fD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds

Rick

Re: Vacuum Hose Adapter

Reply #2 – May 23, 2020, 08:25:28 AM

Here are adapters like you're looking for.

https://www.autozone.com/fittings-and-hose-line-connectors/vacuum-connector-and-tubing/dorman-autograde-soft-vacuum-tubing-connector-assortment-6-piece/426019_0

I usually use a little super glue to hold them onto the rigid hoses. Sometimes, a short length of silicone hose works well, as it can stretch a bit, to fit the larger OD fitting, and still have some longevity.

Re: Vacuum Hose Adapter

Reply #3 – May 23, 2020, 12:13:03 PM

Thank you both!

Chuck, that is perfect and thank you for the tip on the superglue. That should definitely stop it from slipping out under pressure.