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Sun 8 Dec 2013 14:33
Wagon r+ series - Suzuki wagoner r - brokewoman
Recently had to call breakdown cover as the fuel hose was leaking. They fixed a temporary one on the vehicle . I have had a price of £60 for a replacement hose. This sounds ridiculous for a bit of rubber. Have looked online. Seems I can get one for less than a tenner but not sure if it is the correct one. The hose that came off has. Hp fuel hose 4458 written on it.

Help much appreciated
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Tue 10 Dec 2013 19:31
Wagon r+ series - Suzuki wagoner r - focussed

You may be able to obtain a custom made hose from a local company such as Pirtek. Take the remains of the old hose to your local depot, they may be able to make up a replacement using the old end fittings if it has them.

Just google for the nearest Pirtek depot to you.

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Wed 11 Dec 2013 09:54
Wagon r+ series - Suzuki wagoner r - skidpan

Be very careful with fuel hose. Modern fuels with the additives and ethanol they contain rot the incorrect spec hoses within 3 years. There are vast quantities of hose on the market taht does not meet the correct spec for modern fuels and an equal amount with the correct markings that does not meet the requirments either.

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Wed 11 Dec 2013 21:25
Wagon r+ series - Suzuki wagoner r - focussed

Be very careful with fuel hose. Modern fuels with the additives and ethanol they contain rot the incorrect spec hoses within 3 years. There are vast quantities of hose on the market taht does not meet the correct spec for modern fuels and an equal amount with the correct markings that does not meet the requirments either.

That's why I suggested that the OP go to Pirtek, they are hose professionals and will be aware of the problem.

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