2011 335d Vacuum Line Replacement Tips, Tricks, and Photos

dmanb2b · 02-20-2018, 07:24 PM

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Originally Posted by HudZ

Anyone use Verocious Motorsports vacuum hose in their D? I saw it all over the 335i hose replacement thread. Concerned a little by the notice on their site that says "Silicone hose is NOT FOR USE IN FUEL OR OIL APPLICATIONS".

https://www.verociousmotorsports.com...ld-by-the-Foot

someone recently used it in the NABDOG group on facebook...maybe Torqu3 remembers?

Torqu3 · 02-21-2018, 10:24 AM

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Originally Posted by HudZ

Anyone use Verocious Motorsports vacuum hose in their D? I saw it all over the 335i hose replacement thread. Concerned a little by the notice on their site that says "Silicone hose is NOT FOR USE IN FUEL OR OIL APPLICATIONS".

https://www.verociousmotorsports.com...ld-by-the-Foot

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Originally Posted by dmanb2b

someone recently used it in the NABDOG group on facebook...maybe Torqu3 remembers?

Vacuum hose is vacuum hose. There isn't some mystical magical hose that is better than any other. That stuff will work fine.

Michael335d · 02-22-2018, 05:37 PM

Bump for Bruce’s Automotive on NW Hwy in Chicago

HudZ · 02-23-2018, 08:44 AM

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Originally Posted by Torqu3

Vacuum hose is vacuum hose. There isn't some mystical magical hose that is better than any other. That stuff will work fine.

I assumed performance would be the same. I guess the more specific question is if one material lasts longer than the other. If I can get another 10-20k miles by going with material X vs Y then it's worth the consideration.

Torqu3 · 02-23-2018, 09:10 AM

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Originally Posted by HudZ

I assumed performance would be the same. I guess the more specific question is if one material lasts longer than the other. If I can get another 10-20k miles by going with material X vs Y then it's worth the consideration.

Vacuum lines should be done every 60k regardless. I think you'll be hard pressed to find anyone that has done high-mileage testing on vacuum lines. All lines should last a minimum of 60k miles.

HudZ · 02-23-2018, 01:02 PM

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Originally Posted by Torqu3

Vacuum lines should be done every 60k regardless. I think you'll be hard pressed to find anyone that has done high-mileage testing on vacuum lines. All lines should last a minimum of 60k miles.

in other words, stfu and order some damn vacuum lines...stop over thinking it

Torqu3 · 02-24-2018, 01:09 PM

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Originally Posted by HudZ

in other words, stfu and order some damn vacuum lines...stop over thinking it

It's like buying gold-plated HDMI cables for your TV for $200. A vacuum line is a vacuum line. If the reviews are good, it's probably good.

335stoner · 02-24-2018, 03:16 PM

Red flows the best vacuum

sunny_j · 02-24-2018, 06:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Torqu3

Vacuum lines should be done every 60k regardless.

Why is that? serious question.

I am at 102xxx kms on my x5d

Torqu3 · 02-26-2018, 04:03 PM

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Originally Posted by sunny_j

Why is that? serious question.

I am at 102xxx kms on my x5d

They are wear items. It's like changing the oil. Replace the vacuum lines to maintain the good performance and function of your vehicle.

And when I said 60k, I meant miles. So you're right at the perfect time to replace.

VladPC · 08-06-2018, 09:48 AM

Guys..have you changed all the vacuum hoses using just 10 feet ( 3 meters ) ? Also was it enough to also change the engine mounts vacuum lines or did you all just do the turbo actuators vaccum lines and egr?

335dlci · 08-06-2018, 12:40 PM

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Originally Posted by VladPC

Guys..have you changed all the vacuum hoses using just 10 feet ( 3 meters ) ? Also was it enough to also change the engine mounts vacuum lines or did you all just do the turbo actuators vaccum lines and egr?

Not long enough.

Persian Whisperjet · 08-07-2018, 05:09 PM

The AARodriguez kit is 5 meters and I used almost the whole thing.

sunny_j · 08-08-2018, 06:10 PM

AARodriguez's 5m kit is fine is you are deleted. You'll need at least 8m for a stock car

335d-bb · 09-21-2018, 06:22 PM

I have 173k miles on my 335d with no vacuum line leaks. I wouldn't touch one if it isn't leaking. I don't know of any that would cause a walk home condition if a leak appears.

apexit4 · 09-21-2018, 08:01 PM

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Originally Posted by 335d-bb

I have 173k miles on my 335d with no vacuum line leaks. I wouldn't touch one if it isn't leaking. I don't know of any that would cause a walk home condition if a leak appears.

I partially disagree. Replacing the vacuum lines, in my opinion, is considered preventative maintenance. Sure, one could wait until they fail and fix them at that time but breakdowns dont always happen at convenient times. Replacing them now minimizes the chances of a vacuum line failing down the road and allow you to fix it on your own terms when you have the time.

montr · 09-21-2018, 09:27 PM

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Originally Posted by 335d-bb

I have 173k miles on my 335d with no vacuum line leaks. I wouldn't touch one if it isn't leaking. I don't know of any that would cause a walk home condition if a leak appears.

I had a leak at around 90K miles. Car went into limp mode, no power.

335d-bb · 09-21-2018, 09:49 PM

Looks like some would benefit and others wouldn't from this proactive work. If people do change them then please use an OE spec hose. Their spec guarantees a burst pressure after 150k miles of thermal aging, chemical exposure, abrasion... Aftermarket hoses have a tendency to publish their best results for new product. There is a solid chance it won't last any longer than what you are replacing. I would write more but I need to go change my first smoked harmonic balancer.

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