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Hi Everyone,

I was changing the air filter in my 1995 Chevy Blazer on a cold morning then did something stupid. I heard and saw what I think is a PCV hose crack. I've taped it with duct tape and attached pictures of it. One photo is "far away" for perspective and the other is a "close up" shot.

Could someone verify for me that this is a PCV hose and if so what the part number might be from the dealer? Is there a better place to get a replacement?

I took it to my local mechanic today and he says the part is "discontinued" and that the dealer tracked down some remaining inventory in Florida. He says they want $35 for the hose! Actually he says that it's not just the hose but a bit more because it is solidly connected or something. Unfortunately I arrived too late for him to show me under the hood what he was talking about.

Somehow it doesn't sound quite correct to me. I know the hose comes out from the large rubber tubing that is close to the bumper. I can't get it to budge on the other side that plugs into the engine though.

Any advice is appreciated.