There's nothing wrong with the stock hoses... they've held up for 20 years for most people. FYI, most blends of platinum cure silicone have a significantly lower shore rating than their rubber counterpart. Silicone often requires more fabric reinforcement or thicker walls to prevent collapse or blistering depending on application. Also of note is that silicone breaks down pretty quickly when exposed to oil or fuel; Unless you've got specially coated hose do not use it for PCV lines. Silicone has its up sides but it has just as many down sides. Lastly, silicone is slippery and hoses are more prone to getting blown off of pipes and nipples; Use proper clamps (don't use plain hose clamps silicone is also easier to cut than the OEM rubber hoses) and zip ties to ensure they're securely attached.
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