Anyone else change their vaccuum tubes?

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Anyone else change their vaccuum tubes?

Post by QuickDrive »

Like in the pic below, has anyone else done this, and if so is it worth it? does it really make a differnece, or just for looks?

Also what sizes are the tubes in mm?

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Post by THAWA »

assuming they are the same size and made of the same quality or better its not a bad idea. after 10-14 years those tubes are worn and dity on theinside.
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Post by georryan »

Not only that, but I think those tubes are made of silicone, and that material will stand up better to heat than rubber will. (correct me if I'm wrong).
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Post by eastbaysubaru »

So what size are they?

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