Mizu Silicone Coolant Hoses Review & Comparison to SAMCO silicone hoses
10-13-2011, 10:46 PM
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Mizu Silicone Coolant Hoses Review & Comparison to SAMCO silicone hoses
I just received my Mizu radiator hoses today from www.sparkplugs.com and since I have a brand new set of SAMCO hoses on hand I thought I would give you guys a quick comparison. SAMCO is supposed to be some good stuff but in my opinion these Mizu hoses appear to be constructed quite a bit better than the SAMCO hoses.
I should have my new motor and turbo setup in my car within the next few weeks if I don't run into any more snags. Then I will have these installed along with the Mizu aluminum radiator and Fan pack.
https://www.rx8club.com/showthread.p...highlight=mizu
Then we will see how everything performs and I will post up some data.
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I should have my new motor and turbo setup in my car within the next few weeks if I don't run into any more snags. Then I will have these installed along with the Mizu aluminum radiator and Fan pack.
https://www.rx8club.com/showthread.p...highlight=mizu
Then we will see how everything performs and I will post up some data.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/9krpmrx8/6242015725/
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10-14-2011, 10:46 AM
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Sorry about that...its a new product and hadn't been added yet:
Directly to hose kit: http://sparkplugs.com/results_cross....x804bk&x=0&y=0
List of RX8s with Mizu product: http://sparkplugs.com/results_fitment.asp?pid=hrx804bk
Mizu is gradually adding to their product lineup, and has an end goal of providing intercoolers, tstats, heater hoses, misc hoses, and motorcycle radiators.
Directly to hose kit: http://sparkplugs.com/results_cross....x804bk&x=0&y=0
List of RX8s with Mizu product: http://sparkplugs.com/results_fitment.asp?pid=hrx804bk
Mizu is gradually adding to their product lineup, and has an end goal of providing intercoolers, tstats, heater hoses, misc hoses, and motorcycle radiators.
10-14-2011, 11:00 AM
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Sorry about that...its a new product and hadn't been added yet:
Directly to hose kit: http://sparkplugs.com/results_cross....x804bk&x=0&y=0
List of RX8s with Mizu product: http://sparkplugs.com/results_fitment.asp?pid=hrx804bk
Mizu is gradually adding to their product lineup, and has an end goal of providing intercoolers, tstats, heater hoses, misc hoses, and motorcycle radiators.
Directly to hose kit: http://sparkplugs.com/results_cross....x804bk&x=0&y=0
List of RX8s with Mizu product: http://sparkplugs.com/results_fitment.asp?pid=hrx804bk
Mizu is gradually adding to their product lineup, and has an end goal of providing intercoolers, tstats, heater hoses, misc hoses, and motorcycle radiators.
Thermostats? Awesome. Possibly secondary radiators or oil coolers as well (hint hint)?
10-14-2011, 07:37 PM
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i 'm looking at this ones for a while bud i haven't found no reviews from any member here ...?
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Type
Heater Hose Kit + Radiator Hose Kit
Color
Blue / Red / Black
Material
Silicone
Application
MAZDA RX-8
Engine
13B-MSP
Year
03~
Description:
Accept higher pressure than the original
The temperature change will not affect the shape and the flow rate.
Not Easy to break down or harden, more durable than the original
100%Brand New
Specification
8 Pcs Hose for Each Car
Weight = 3kg
4 ply Polyester
5mm Wall Thickness
Working Temperature:-60 degree to 180 degree
Hose Burst Pressure Limit Equal to 5Bar
Ensure the hose working properly in extreme racing environment.
Package Included
5 x Silicone Heater Hoses
(1 x Silicone Heater Hose (Facelift model))
3 x Silicone Radiator Hose
autobahn 88
Type
Heater Hose Kit + Radiator Hose Kit
Color
Blue / Red / Black
Material
Silicone
Application
MAZDA RX-8
Engine
13B-MSP
Year
03~
Description:
Accept higher pressure than the original
The temperature change will not affect the shape and the flow rate.
Not Easy to break down or harden, more durable than the original
100%Brand New
Specification
8 Pcs Hose for Each Car
Weight = 3kg
4 ply Polyester
5mm Wall Thickness
Working Temperature:-60 degree to 180 degree
Hose Burst Pressure Limit Equal to 5Bar
Ensure the hose working properly in extreme racing environment.
Package Included
5 x Silicone Heater Hoses
(1 x Silicone Heater Hose (Facelift model))
3 x Silicone Radiator Hose
10-15-2011, 12:21 AM
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Sorry about that...its a new product and hadn't been added yet:
Directly to hose kit: http://sparkplugs.com/results_cross....x804bk&x=0&y=0
List of RX8s with Mizu product: http://sparkplugs.com/results_fitment.asp?pid=hrx804bk
Mizu is gradually adding to their product lineup, and has an end goal of providing intercoolers, tstats, heater hoses, misc hoses, and motorcycle radiators.
Directly to hose kit: http://sparkplugs.com/results_cross....x804bk&x=0&y=0
List of RX8s with Mizu product: http://sparkplugs.com/results_fitment.asp?pid=hrx804bk
Mizu is gradually adding to their product lineup, and has an end goal of providing intercoolers, tstats, heater hoses, misc hoses, and motorcycle radiators.
I look forward to 9krpm's review, now hurry up with your build
10-17-2011, 01:15 PM
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Yeah at first I thought they might be see the same hoses, just re-branded but when you compare them it's obvious they are made by different manufacturers. a pressure test would be nice to see which is stronger but based on my comparison, I feel much better about the Mizu over the SAMCO. Some of the other SAMCO hoses even had loose strands of fibers at the ends.
11-01-2011, 10:15 AM
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dude, imagine they both actually came from the same assembly line ... 
cuz honestly, I don't think Mizu makes their own hose, I'm 90% sure they bought it from some big supplier then just warp it around in black tape and stick their badges on it.
I have Greddy set (just 3 piece) in the car for 3 yrs already, still strong as day 1. I mean I will probably replace it next year, cuz I bought a set of Samco (full set, has all hose) a while ago and looking to replace everything with it.
cuz honestly, I don't think Mizu makes their own hose, I'm 90% sure they bought it from some big supplier then just warp it around in black tape and stick their badges on it.I have Greddy set (just 3 piece) in the car for 3 yrs already, still strong as day 1. I mean I will probably replace it next year, cuz I bought a set of Samco (full set, has all hose) a while ago and looking to replace everything with it.
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11-01-2011, 10:23 AM
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dude, imagine they both actually came from the same assembly line ... cuz honestly, I don't think Mizu makes their own hose, I'm 90% sure they bought it from some big supplier then just warp it around in black tape and stick their badges on it.
I have Greddy set (just 3 piece) in the car for 3 yrs already, still strong as day 1. I mean I will probably replace it next year, cuz I bought a set of Samco (full set, has all hose) a while ago and looking to replace everything with it.
cuz honestly, I don't think Mizu makes their own hose, I'm 90% sure they bought it from some big supplier then just warp it around in black tape and stick their badges on it.I have Greddy set (just 3 piece) in the car for 3 yrs already, still strong as day 1. I mean I will probably replace it next year, cuz I bought a set of Samco (full set, has all hose) a while ago and looking to replace everything with it.
11-01-2011, 10:28 AM
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Yeah both brands appear to have stickers on them so they are definitely re-branded (very few brands actually manufacture their own products anyway) but Mizu appears to have a better supplier that is for sure. that said, I have never really heard of any brand of silicone hoses failing prematurely on the RX-8. But, in comparing the Mizu to the Samco I feel much better about running the Mizu hoses.
I'm just curious about the radiator. wonder how it compares to my Knight Sports Rad that's almost double the size of stock
03-19-2012, 10:07 PM
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They are holding up just fine. My turbo is being upgraded by Turblown right now so my car is not running for a couple of weeks but the Texas8 and the Texas summer is coming up, that will be the real world test. But so far they are holding up great and did just fine thru my break in period on the new motor. Fitment was perfect (samco kits had fitment issues) and I highly recommend them and www.sparkplugs.com. When you order from them tell them you are a member of this club.
04-17-2012, 08:34 PM
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