Duct Tape & Hoses

[catprotector]

I took my car in yesterday to have an oil change and the mechanic said that I had coolant leaking and that my air filter housing hose (whatever that is) was cracked and that duct tape was coming off. Today, I am taking my car in to have the radiator replaced (my regular mechanic said that there was a crack in the radiator) but I was wondering if this air filter hose can be replaced later if I re-wrap it with duct tape? I don't have a lot of money as the replacement of the radiator is costing enough. My mechanic did see the duct tape that was coming off but did not say a word so this hose issue must not be that serious. I hope that duct tape will fix the problem until I have enough money to replace it.

[richtazz]

The only thing that could happen is unfiltered air could be drawn into the engine thru the crack in the air intake hose. IF you live in a dusty area, or on a dirt road, I'd make sure it stays taped until you can afford to get a new one, or try a junk yard. You can probably pick one up for less than $10