What Sizes of Vacuum Hose to Keep in Stock for Vintage Broncos/Fords?

[bulletpruf]

So, I have several vintage cars and I'm currently working on 2 EB's and I get tired of having to run to AutoZone every time I need some vacuum hose.

I'd like to buy in bulk; Gates brand hose is about $25 for a 50' roll on Amazon. I pay that much for 10' of the same hose at AutoZone.

Anyone have any recommendations on what sizes to purchase? I'm thinking 3 different sizes should cover it.

Thanks

Scott

 

[Rustytruck]

my vote is 3/16" 7/32" and 1/4" but it been a very long time since I bought any. not much 1/4 used mostly for the Choke stove. My 1974 California was a spaghetti mess of it with all of the hoses supporting the spark delay / egr system.

 

[AC932]

3/8, 3/16, and 1/8 ought to cover most of the vacuum stuff. Always good to have some 5/16 fuel line and 5/8 heater hose laying around too.

 

[EPB72]

5/32 will be a slightly snugger fit over the 3/16

 

[Steve83]

I prefer 3mmID x 9mmOD silicone tubing. I've put it on nipples as large as 5/16" by pre-stretching it over needle-nose pliers.

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[bulletpruf]

Thanks for all the input. I'll get a few rolls ordered.

 

[Edwardbpolk]

Thanks for help.