1992 XR6 150 reed adapter plate hose barb

[Huntchuks]

While beating on my reed adapter plate to dislodge the gasket from the engine, I accidentally hit one of the tiny hose barbs on the side and broke it off. I'm not sure if those were a press fit or what but need to know if anyone has ever replaced one. Also need to find a suitable replacement barb.

 

[dingbat]

While beating on my reed adapter plate to dislodge the gasket from the engine, I accidentally hit one of the tiny hose barbs on the side and broke it off. I'm not sure if those were a press fit or what but need to know if anyone has ever replaced one.

Guessing they are pressed…given there are no means (hex) which to screw it in

 

[Huntchuks]

Guessing they are pressed…given there are no means (hex) which to screw it in

Yep, if I could find a same size replacement with threads, I could drill and tap right next to the original after plugging the original.

 

[dingbat]

Yep, if I could find a same size replacement with threads, I could drill and tap right next to the original after plugging the original.

Wouldn’t take much to press one back in

 

[Huntchuks]

Wouldn’t take much to press one back in

Right, might be hard to find a replacement. Haven't tried yet. I was hoping someone has done this and knows of a supplier.

 

[dingbat]

Right, might be hard to find a replacement. Haven't tried yet. I was hoping someone has done this and knows of a supplier.

Should be able to get from Mercury if nothing else

 

[Chris1956]

How about # 31 on this diagram? They look to be avail.

REED BLOCK AND CYLINDER HEAD - 1992 Outboard 150XR6 [ELPTO] 1150453MD | Crowley Marine

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[Dukedog]

use a dab of red Loctite on tha replacement when ya press it in... try not ta get it inside tha fitting...

 

[Huntchuks]

Prior to getting that link I ordered standard hose barbs (10 pcs) from Amazon, for $6.98 + tax. I cut down both ends, the press in end shorter with a small lead in. Pressed in, no problem. Now I am waiting for the large reed adapter plate so I can reassemble with the cleaned and rebuilt carbs. All three float valve needles were stuck in their seats, so all were replaced.