Almost all rubber hoses have a shelf life. Most are around eight years. The symptoms were fluctuating manifold pressure readings, and the hose completely crumbled when grabbed.
In Case You Missed It
Behind the Rope Line
A day in the life at Sun n Fun Air Ops. By Steve Kessinger.
Fly It Like You STOL It!
With 300 hp, Steve Henry’s incredible Just Highlander is too much fun!
The Dawn Patrol
Dick Starks - 0
Each stalwart member of The Dawn Patrol has had his "day in the hay" (i.e., an off-airport landing). Now Sharon Starks is initiated into that venerable club.