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Marineengineflushers 11-30-2017 05:20 PM

Fuel line decisions
 
Replacing all lines in my Eliminator powered by Mercury 2.4 v6 3/8 line. Interested in opinions and experiences with Steel braided.
Thanks.

Bad Ass TA WS6 12-01-2017 11:58 AM

Haven't tried the stuff, and I won't be using it for marine use.... However Earls has a new line out that is supposed to be the right stuff for todays fuel. I like steel braided, but it can be a bit of a chore to use as opposed to just rubber fuel line. The AN line wrenches and vice jig are must, and once you do a few it is easy. This is the new line I am referring to https://www.holley.com/brands/earls/...hose/ultrapro/ I will probably use it on the new fuel system in my car, just not quite ready to order yet.

zz28zz 12-01-2017 11:40 PM

Make sure the fuel line is Coast Guard approved. If you ever file an insurance claim for a bilge fire and they discover the fuel lines are not CG approved, you'll be S.O.L.
I was not able to find any steel braided line that was CG approved when I replaced my fuel lines.

ICDEDPPL 12-02-2017 10:07 AM


Originally Posted by zz28zz (Post 4597023)
Make sure the fuel line is Coast Guard approved. If you ever file an insurance claim for a bilge fire and they discover the fuel lines are not CG approved, you'll be S.O.L.
I was not able to find any steel braided line that was CG approved when I replaced my fuel lines.

Sure sure, same with your ignition, carburetor ( that tube has to be a J not straight!!!) also if you`re truck is not rated for your load the insurance company comes out weights everything and then denies your claim..

http://i0.kym-cdn.com/entries/icons/...1484158804.jpg

Anyway, I`ve made miles of AN lines and KOOL tools is probably the best thing I`ve purchased for AN fittings. I also like the Black braided line, much easier to work with but I'm too deep with stainless to change over .

Marineengineflushers 12-02-2017 10:25 AM

I agree coast guard approved is way to go. Nothing beats peace of mind. Steel braided does look good though!

BUP 12-02-2017 10:33 AM

totally wrong install not CG approved period - steel braided line and will scratch the hell out of the hull exterior. Also what about the primer bulb installed ? with steel braided line - how well is that going to be installed ?


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