Replacement of Plennum Hoses, Water, Emissions & Fuel

[slshearer]

Hello,

First i would like to thank everyone for their contribution an dinformation on my questions, I am wondering if anyone has used over the counter gas line hoses and emission control hoses instead of Infiniti's? I know that the factory hoses are the best but having to pay over $230 for just the emission hoses seems excessive to me, also I was planning on re-using the bottom intake manifold gasket set since they cost over $79 each, can this be done or not? I am on a bit of a budget but I do not want to be foolish about trying to save some $$$

Thanks very much!

[Rex]

As I recall, poormanQ45 is the only one that was willing to do the work twice (pulling plenum), and I'm not sure if his Q has ever been back on the road??

[slshearer]

Thanks,

I was hoping I might be able to save some cash , your comment is well appreciated and noted.

[Q451990]

...also I was planning on re-using the bottom intake manifold gasket set since they cost over $79 each

Why are you planning on removing the runners? If it's to replace the coolant lines from the left to right bank, it's not necessary - although it may make things easier. You can very liberally lubricate the hoses and fittings to allow you to fish them in there. A real pain, but it can be done...

If you do decide to remove the runners - I think it would be sufficient to just remove one side for access...

Heath

[Raxephon]

As I recall, poormanQ45 is the only one that was willing to do the work twice (pulling plenum), and I'm not sure if his Q has ever been back on the road??

Actually I've done it at least a dozen times just for s**ts and giggles on the '92 & she runs just fine.

.... I am wondering if anyone has used over the counter gas line hoses and emission control hoses instead of Infiniti's?

I've been running non-Infiniti hoses on my '92 since I got her and haven't had any problems so far. Just make sure you get the high pressure fuel line and not the stuff made for carbs.

.... also I was planning on re-using the bottom intake manifold gasket set since they cost over $79 each, can this be done or not?

If they are clean, undamaged, and lacking of rust, you should be just fine re-using them.

As I'm sure others will chime in shortly to mention oem is the best route to go, and I agree with them, things can be done on a budget without sacrificing quality.