What is better about silicone hoses over standard rubber ones?
and do you have to use wider s/s clips on silicone, because it is I believe softer than rubber?
Peter
They will last a lot longer for a start Peter.
They have less elasticity than rubber but I don't believe wider clips are essential - best check that with a silicone hose supplier though. If not done already, it's also a good time to change to stainless hose clips

I do like hoses in blue...
Cheers,