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Old 06-05-2004 | 05:16 PM
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Building new motors. I hear braided is not Coast Guard approved. Does this matter? Is there a reason? Rubber is boring and steel braid looks great. I could get approved rubber and add braid dressing but I want to do what is best.

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Old 06-05-2004 | 06:16 PM
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The coast guard is concerned about the permablity of the fuel line. That's why the braided is not approved. That said, I have braided with AN fittings on my boat and would do it again.
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Old 06-05-2004 | 08:45 PM
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The reason for the CG approved hose is its fire retardant ability. That said... I have stainless braid here too
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