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| Mark Sr |
Posted on 11/06/09 - 10:36 AM
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I am looking to replace the fuel lines on my Ribside. The current black hoses show cracking. Do these typically come as kits or am I best off putting them together myself? I want to keep it as 2 separate systems (starboard tank feeding starboard motor, etc.) I guess the oil supply hoses should be done at the same time.
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| CES |
Posted on 11/06/09 - 10:52 AM
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I'd run regular fuel lines that you can get at an auto parts store, preferably NAPA.
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| JohnnyCW |
Posted on 11/06/09 - 11:22 AM
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I use only Coast Guard rated A1 fuel line.
I have pinch clamps and the crimping tool so I don't buy the fuel line kits. I assemble the required parts myself.
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| mattgeiger |
Posted on 11/06/09 - 11:38 AM
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From another forum - Not my words, but I have heard to always use marine fuel lines:
The big deal with Marine fuel hose is the permeability and fire resistance of the hose.
The car doesn’t need the strict permeability requirements because the lines are run outside the car. In a boat the hoses are run under the deck and any fumes permeating thru the cover would lead to a build-up of fumes below decks and we all know what happened with you ignite fuel vapors under the deck.
On the fire resistance side, if you car catches fire you get out and run. If your boat catches fire where are you running too?
Yes, SAE J1527 Marine Fuel Hoses is the specification for fuel hoses used on boats. Type A under deck, Type B above deck
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| Joe Kriz |
Posted on 11/06/09 - 11:43 AM
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I always use Marine type fuel hose as Matt mentions.
Safety, Safety, Safety...
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| whalerman |
Posted on 11/06/09 - 1:52 PM
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Oh this one goes without saying, safety is number one above all else. Plus if the ins. finds out ..... This is one area not to be penny wise!!!
THOM : 1999 Outrage 18, 2012 E-TEC 150, 2012 EZ Loader trailer |
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| MW |
Posted on 11/06/09 - 1:53 PM
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I would only use "O.E.M." on that.
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| Phil T |
Posted on 11/06/09 - 2:33 PM
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You can buy USCG approved marine fill and vent hose from NAPA if your location stocks marine items. They sell it by the foot.
Any full size marine chandlery or Engine or boat dealer will sell it by the foot.
When comparing pricing note if it is rated A1, A2 etc.
If you don't have the hoses out to measure, use a piece of string to determine length, taking into account any turns.
Web retailers such as Hamilton Marine, Defender, Cabellas are good sources to shop.
Measure 3x, cut once.
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| Derwd24 |
Posted on 11/06/09 - 11:29 PM
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Agreed, stick with the USCG approved, best in all regards. And if you replace the primer bulbs too, save yourself a lot of hassle and go with the OEM BRP bulbs, well worth it as the quality is night and day vs aftermarket.
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| RevengeFamily |
Posted on 11/07/09 - 4:02 AM
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On my Revenge I ran two seperate lengths of 3/8 copper from the tank back to my RACOR filter. From the filter to the engines I used Coast Guard rated A1 fuel line with OEM primer balls. Ran like a top all summer.
Norm
1999 280 Conquest w/twin 225 Mercs
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