Frustrating design choices for rubber hoses

[MeGustavo8]

Been dealing with a small crack on the left hose (it's causing around 2-3 drops of oil to seep weekly). Replacing it costs over $90 since the pipe and hose are sold as one unit . Wondering if cutting the crimped fitting and swapping in a standard clamp would work. Advice is welcome!

 

[antares_02]

Nah, just replace them. BMW replaced my cooler and clamp with the standard ones.

 

[MeGustavo8]

Appreciate the input! If BMW swapped to standard clamps might be worth exploring that option further. Did the replacement hold up well over time without leaks?

 

[TwoWheelTherapy]

Been dealing with a small crack on the left hose (it's causing around 2-3 drops of oil to seep weekly). Replacing it costs over $90 since the pipe and hose are sold as one unit . Wondering if cutting the crimped fitting and swapping in a standard clamp would work. Advice is welcome!

if you really don't want to replace them and want to try a clamp, just make sure the hose isn't hardened or cracked beyond just the fitting area

 

[MeGustavo8]

Yes, will check the hose's condition before going the clamp route. If it's not too far gone, a clamp might save me from shelling out for a whole new unit. I just hope it's not already on its last leg!

 

[crazypuma]

Or you could try cutting the crimped fitting and using a standard hose clamp as a temporary fix, but it might not hold up longterm under pressure and heat. For a reliable solution, replacing the full hose-and-pipe unit is safest, even if its pricier, since it ensures proper sealing and avoids potential leaks that could worsen over time.

 

[MeGustavo8]

Thanks for replying to my old post. Your response outlines the exact dilemma I faced in the spring, which is whether to opt for a cheap temporary fix or an expensive long-term solution. For those who revisit this thread, after inspecting the hose as suggested, I found it was hard and brittle near the fitting. I decided not to use a clamp repair due to concerns it would fail on a long trip, so I ordered the official replacement part. It was expensive for its function but has not leaked all summer.