One like this ($14):
http://www.summitracing.com/parts/TRD-9245/
As for the hose any 3/8" oil/fuel line. It will not be in use for more than 2-3 minutes. Some of the new fuel lines have a teflon/plastic sleeve inside and are a PITA to slop over the barbs of the filter w/o heat. The oil resistant "fuel" line that does not have the sleeve would be better for this application. Use simple worm gear hose clamps - there is pressure on the return side.
PS Fluid is basically the same as Dextron ATF - I will state my opinion only: I believe PS and Dextron are the same fluids. The red color is a dye added, reason some PS fluids are clear looking. Dextron is a 7wt oil, what is PS fluid???
From the Penzoil Website - judge for yourself:
TYPICAL PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
PENNZOIL MULTI-VEHICLE ATF
TEST METHOD TYPICAL RESULTS
Density @ 15 C, g/mL ASTM D-4052 0.861
Pounds per Gallon 7.64
Flash Point, C ASTM D-92 184
Pour Point, C ASTM D-97 -48
Color Red
Viscosity
@ 40 C, cSt ASTM D-445 33.82
@ 100 C, cSt ASTM D-445 7.60
Viscosity Index ASTM D-2270 204
Brookfield Viscosity @ -40 C, cP ASTM D-2983 10,200
Typical values that may vary from batch to batch
Power Steering Fluid
TYPICAL CHEMICAL AND PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
TEST METHOD TYPICAL RESULTS
Specific Gravity ASTM D-287 0.874
API Gravity ASTM D-287 30.3
Flash Point, °F(°C) ASTM D-92 365(185)
Pour Point, °F(°C) ASTM D-97 -40(-40)
Viscosity
@ 40°C, cSt ASTM D-445 37.3
@ 100°C, cSt ASTM D-445 7.1
@ -40°C, cP ASTM D-2983 33,000
Viscosity Index ASTM D-2270 155
Color Blue
Foam After 1 Minute ASTM D-982 0,0,0
Material Number
Bulk 8604
Summary of differences between ATF & PS fluid:
Fluid density - basically the same
Flash point - basically the same
Viscosity - basically the same
Color - DIFFERENT - Found the secret! ******
I've never actually used PS fluid - I have no problems with foaming, heat, wear, etc. The figures abouve are for NON-Synthetic fluids - I don't think synthetic PS fluid is readily available. If Synthetic ATF is better for your trans, it should be better for your PS (higher flash points, higher thermal break down, less prone to gelling/freezing, etc.)
There is a fluid guru on the board (TomFlo....something) - he is some kind of petrolium scientist that lives and breathes this stuff. He recommends Mobile1 15-40 Diesel truck oil because oil/lubrication wise it's the same as the "high performance" regular stuff, the recomendation is because it has a bunch more additives in it to reduce and break down carbon that will keep you engine much cleaner (2-3 time as much).
Oil, tires, paint color, detail spray, micro-fiber cloth brand, beer, boxer vs. briefs, etc. will ultimately spark heated debates with enough scientific proof provided to make you head split.
I carry a small tool bag in the RT that has various hose clamps, lengths of hoses, zip-ties, etc. Basic tools (screw drivers, pliers, etc. This Kobalt (lowes) socket set is very complete, small and light weight):
http://www.lowes.com/pd_70128-1074-...151&Ntk=i_products&ddkey=http:CategoryDisplay
The small military black canvas too bags are nice and look Factory in the trunk. Also the Slime brand tire repair kit is very complete. I throw these in all the cars, they are $110 but come with everything. Sometimes you have to plug a tire rather you want to or not.
http://www.slime.com/shop/power-spair-flat-tire-repair-kit-70004/
