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Hey all-


Honda Civic 2001 lx

the hose clamp from the power steering to the rack is a goner. It's the hose that ends up on the Drivers side.

I don't know the pressure its under, but the original clamp was hardcore. I'm wondering what are my options? O'riellys only seems to sell normal clamps?

 
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Try OEM at an online Honda dealer. Shipping may make it a bit expensive.

It is possible that NAPA sells the heavier duty hose clamps though. Have you tried NAPA?

 
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I just check. it looks like its the return line. From the rack to the reservoir.
Do I need a heavy duty clamp for this? Or can I get away with a normal one from O'riellys?

 
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That line is still pressurized but no where near what the high side is. You could try a regular hose clamp and see if it leaks.

 
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Looks like it's a spring clamp. You should be able to get away with a worm gear type just fine.

 
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It was this totally rusted one I took off.

Idk. quick google around. Not much info no the PSI. It's the return line to the reservoir.
Best numbers I read was could be 400psi but really "A fraction of that"

They're cheap enough online. I'd rather not have to rip the car apart again. winter is coming.
unless anyone knows somfin....

 
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Oh damn, looks way different than the parts diagrams make it look. Nevertheless, logic tells me there should be a flare at the end of the tube/pipe it slips onto that helps keep the tube on, and the clamp making sure it stays

 
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Update.

Just ordered the clamp. Was like $5

Thanks all!

Didnt want to risk pissing red in the middle of winter.

 
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That would warrant a trip to the doc's office. OH, power steering fluid. Gotcha.

 
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Just went through this repair but ended up replacing the whole PS return hose assembly as it had rotted at this area of the clamp.

The OEM Honda PS fluid I use is a clear/amber not red.

 
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Hmmm. thanks for that. Ill look at the hose closely.

Nope. I use the red cheap stuff. Red like my pee.