plastic hose part number?

[an_engnr]

1999 3.4L 996 motor:

I need to replace what I think might be the crank-case breather hose... basically it is a ~0.5" Diameter plastic hose that attaches air distributor next to the throttle-body.

The ends of the formed hose have o-rings and circular retaining clips.

It starts over near the fuel-rail, is ~12" long, and has a 180° bend as it snakes around.

Any help is appreciated.

Thanks!

-DS

[Loren]

Item 4?

[fasterjames]

Item 4?

I know this is an old post but part #4 is exactly what I need to replace on an 02 Boxster. The reason is the clip at the AOS end broke that I need to be able to attach the hose. Dealer wants 7.5 hours. Is this about right? Is this something a determined semi-experienced wrench can do?

Thanks

[wvicary]

That is an awful part to replace, you have to remove the intake manifold. It's rather straight foreword to replace just loads of things to remove and a cramped working space. I would think a handy DIY could do the job.

[fasterjames]

Thanks for the reply. that's what I was afraid of. I have been contemplating many workarounds. My latest and what I think I will try is this:

Twist safety wire on the 'moulded' ridges of the hose and the AOS like when racing motorcycles or like they use on airplanes. One strong loop on each side then tie them together.

After this I would heat shrink a wrap over the connection that could be removed later if needed.

I don't think there is too much pressure on the connection between the AOS and the lower breather hose but I can't find out for sure.

What do you think?