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Originally posted by sunblade
If all my parts will have 1/2" barbs, would it be a mistake to use 3/8" silicone and just strech it over my fittings? I think the trade off would be smaller tubing that's easier to manage. (I haven't ordered tubing yet, but am about to, so I'm at a corssroads.)
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If the OD is 1/2" for the barbs you probably want 1/2" ID hose to match. I personally like 1/2" ID hose over smaller sizes. It hasn't effected my temps any but I think it is easier to work with because it flexes better than smaller hoses.
I would order the 1/2 myself if i had 1/2" barbs.