Thread: Junk?

Go to the auto parts store...I use NAPA. Tell them you want some ethanol resistant fuel line....you can buy it by the ft.

Originally Posted by "G"

Go to the auto parts store...I use NAPA. Tell them you want some ethanol resistant fuel line....you can buy it by the ft.

That's what I did, too "G". That Atwood fuel line and bulb in Wal-Mart is not worth bringing out of the store. Cheap fix.

Get the hose G said. Clean out connectors on either end. Pull lines from connector block on motor, blow them out. Might even remove fuel pump and dis assemble and clean out. Should be good to go for couple hr's work and 20.00.

I just went through the same thing with my 1999 25 hp Yamaha, I went to my local Napa A P store and bought the fuel line that is ethanol resistant. Also changed both connections to the tank and motor, both had damage to the O rings. I had water getting in my tank from the tank fitting, tried silicone still leaked after some time then tried a 2 part epoxy that held a little longer, still looking for a permanent fix short of bying a new tank. Wish i was closer I like tinkering with mine, got it starting on the first pull. Good luck.

Very blessed for yalls info.
Thx G, armyman, Cray and you, Skippa.

While I know I should just replace it all, I can’t at the moment. So if you can’t, you wait til you can! I’ve waited this long anyways.

Thx again
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Atwood is actually owned by Mercury. The primer bulbs are the same but they make their fuel line a little bit cheaper though. I sell a brand called Scepter at my shop. It has a thicker inner lining than the Merc fuel line and is about 2/3 the price. You have to be careful when you push any brand over a primer bulb or fuel connector because you will cause the inner liner to separate from the outer.

That gray fuel line is junk, don't put it on anything.

As mentioned, go to the parts store and get some automotive fuel line. It's not approved for marine use, but as long as it's not in an enclosed bilge there won't be a problem.

You can reuse the primer as long as it works, the factory clamps might be crimped, but you can cut them and use hose clamps.

I'm glad Bullet101 mentioned it, my fuel line stays connected all the time and during the summer I noticed expansion in the tank before my trouble started and the same thing probably happened in my hose that caused my problem. C.C members are the best.