Re: OMC Outboard Tank 5/16" Fuel Line Hose

[James Seufert]

I could not have imagined that this would have been such an issue. The only local source for A-15 fuel hose did not ever carry it in stock and it required a special order of 25 feet. Makes no sense to stock that much for a 5′ project. Local marinas were of no help. They want to fix the motor, not supply parts with no labor charge.

Dayco 80060 specifically said not for marine use, not when the gas is mixed with oil, or when gas has alcohol in it. Holly Mackerel, that one is surely out.

I ended up with a $1.40 a foot alcohol resistant, UV stable fuel line that is not Marine approved, but as indicated, the law does not apply for OB portable tanks.

Thanks to all for the help…