Small OD Fuel Hose

[ggray]

Does anyone know of a source for small OD 1/4" ID marine fuel hose? All I find is hose that is somewhat fatter than the hose that comes with the outboard and tank ( which is $$$, and not long enough anyway).

I have seen smaller automotive fuel hose, but not marine certified.

 

[SumDumGuy]

Re: Small OD Fuel Hose

curious why you want to have "marine" fuel hose. If the hose doesn't get eaten by the fuel will the motor care?

 

[ggray]

Re: Small OD Fuel Hose

Well, I assumed I had to use marine hose, but maybe I don't.
I thought marine hose was tested to withstand fire for a certain period of time, and automotive was not.
But I'm all ears.

 

[Ophion32]

Re: Small OD Fuel Hose

It is a guess that 1/4" od hose is old hose .
The newer stuff is made for all types of fuels .can you change
The fittings

 

[Bob_VT]

Re: Small OD Fuel Hose

Marine rated fuel hose is UV resistant, oil resistant and is rated to handle e-10 fuels with alcohol. Oil mixed with gas will destroy old rubber and the add in the e-10 fuel and the hoses do not last long. Boat Fuel Hose Line - iboats

 

[dingbat]

Re: Small OD Fuel Hose

Marine rated fuel hose is UV resistant, oil resistant and is rated to handle e-10 fuels with alcohol.

Most "automotive" fuel hoses will meet those demands. What separates marine fuel line from automotive hose is the fire resistant cover.

 

[SumDumGuy]

Re: Small OD Fuel Hose

^^ that and the price.

 

[ggray]

Re: Small OD Fuel Hose

Thanks for the suggestions!