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Does anybody know foa good source of replacement hose for use with pneumatics for lego? Lego doesn't seem to sell any in it's spare parts section. (21 years ago, 29-Jan-04, to lugnet.technic)
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(...) The GMLTC has used aquarium air hoses with some success - you can get them at any store that sells aquariums and other pet supplies. And they're a LOT cheaper than the LEGO pneumatic tubing! JohnG, GMLTC (21 years ago, 29-Jan-04, to lugnet.technic)
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(...) I have used fuel line that can be found at your local hobby shop. They sell varying sized. You should bring a piece to compare inside diameter as they sell a variety of sizes. Dave (21 years ago, 29-Jan-04, to lugnet.technic)
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(...) You can get 'em from Pitsco. I'm not sure this constitutes a *good* source, though -- you get two small pistons and three lengths of hose for $12. (URL) (21 years ago, 30-Jan-04, to lugnet.technic)
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Thanks for the suggestions all, I'll have a look over the weekend to see what I can find. Next on my list..solenoid valves so I can link pneumatics to a RCX :o) "James Steele" <jsteele@csl.com> wrote in message news:Hs9HvM.1o8B@lugnet.com... (...) (21 years ago, 30-Jan-04, to lugnet.technic)
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Also, take a look at gas stations that sell some auto parts. There are vacuum hoses for carburators that fit. TJ; is this question in a FAQ or similar? It tends to repeat :) Did a quick search on the frontpage but did not find anything. (21 years ago, 3-Feb-04, to lugnet.technic)
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(...) No, not yet. You're right, this question comes up again and again. The best substitute I've used was some tubing that John Barnes indroduced me to. You may want to email him and ask for the brand name (barnes@SPAMBARFsensors.com). I'll look at (...) (21 years ago, 3-Feb-04, to lugnet.technic)
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(...) I searched through previous posts and came across these: (URL) Versilic silicone tubing> (URL) Silicone fuel hose used for R/C airplanes> (URL) www.clippard.com> Also, McMaster-Carr is an excellent site for all sorts of things. Check out their (...) (21 years ago, 3-Feb-04, to lugnet.technic, FTX)
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