This old outboard is the first "larger" outboard I've ever owned so bear with me please. It's also definitely the oldest.
My 1980 Evinrude 70hp has a few old fuel lines at the carbs and fuel pump that need replaced. I have everything ordered for this round, $60 for a few hoses with a 90 molded onto them is a bit ridiculous. But parts quantities are getting low on these.
Next time I need these with the 90 molded on, if these are sold out/obsolete, how do I find an alternative? One hose in particular looks like using even a brass 90 degree elbow wouldn't fit (fuel pump to carb, very tight fit under the carb).
Also, for hoses that need no bend, will Gates Barricade hose suffice? Anyone using that? I can get that locally fairly easily and has a good reputation with carbed auto guys.
Also, assuming I run ethanol free, how long do these OEM molded hoses typically last? I'll use this boat once or twice a month with some WOT on every trip. I live in steamy coastal SC and the boat will rarely see freezing temps sitting in my garage.
My 1980 Evinrude 70hp has a few old fuel lines at the carbs and fuel pump that need replaced. I have everything ordered for this round, $60 for a few hoses with a 90 molded onto them is a bit ridiculous. But parts quantities are getting low on these.
Next time I need these with the 90 molded on, if these are sold out/obsolete, how do I find an alternative? One hose in particular looks like using even a brass 90 degree elbow wouldn't fit (fuel pump to carb, very tight fit under the carb).
Also, for hoses that need no bend, will Gates Barricade hose suffice? Anyone using that? I can get that locally fairly easily and has a good reputation with carbed auto guys.
Also, assuming I run ethanol free, how long do these OEM molded hoses typically last? I'll use this boat once or twice a month with some WOT on every trip. I live in steamy coastal SC and the boat will rarely see freezing temps sitting in my garage.
