Silicone radiator hoses

[Mystic3]

Trying to follow up on a question I had with others what is the story on the silicone radiator hoses they look nice but I understand there are porous and leek can somebody update me on what the status is good bad or indifferent with hoses thanks

[Ramps]

I’ve never heard they leak. I have the RE ones and haven’t noticed any loss of coolant or smell of coolant or anything.

[Tbonem3]

Been running the same set for like 5 years.

They're supposed to better handle heat/pressure.

[ethan]

I've had a lower hose fail at the barb before, but never seen them leak when in good condition.

[Bostonbruck]

I’ve heard it was an upgrade. Over time (with many heat cycles), the OEM hoses turn brittle and fall apart. Buy silicone and you should be good for 10 years/ 100k Miles