Which is cheaper than good quality flexible hose! The fittings are the
expensive bit.
Aluminium will work harden under flexing/vibration. In the hardened state
it is more prone to cracking. But 5052-0 is commonly used for fuel/oil
lines etc.
Duncan McF.
On Saturday, August 10, 2002 9:16 AM, KarkelB@aol.com
[SMTP:KarkelB@aol.com] wrote:
>
> .. with regards to the aluminium lines, i don't believe vibration
cracking
> would be problem as it soft aluminium being used and its able to flex.
I'
> will be using it ofcourse after consulting with my inspector and europa
guru
> Graham singleton. The type to be used is 5052, 3/8 o.d. Costs about ?2.70
a
> foot from light aero.
>
> regards Karim.
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