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Subject:Re: 11x3.5 fuel hose
From:Max Wellhouse
Date:Thu, 18 Nov 2010 20:03:34 -0600

1/2" fuel hose is what I used and available at most decent car
parts houses.  Hose clamp seals things very nicely.

DM&FS

At 06:16 PM 11/18/2010, Harry Hoffman wrote:
>Hi,
>
>So, in the process of trying to figure out my stalling I started by
>draining all of the gas from the tank and replacing fuel line as I go.
>
>There's a run from the tank to the fuel pump that is larger then
>standard 7mm line. It's marked 11x3.5. Went to a couple of local FLAPS,
>but no one has it in stock and they haven't heard of it.
>
>They have heater hose that's a really close match. Is that suitable to
>use? It seems like it's before any pressure happens so I think it might
>be ok but am seeking more seasoned opinions.
>
>Worst case scenario I can reuse the existing one, but would prefer to
>replace with new as I go along.
>
>I'm getting a good lesson in patience as nothing is proceeding as
>quickly as I'd like. Perhaps it's the restless nights with a newborn, or
>the anticipation of family camping trips in the bus... either way, it's
>a good lesson to learn :-)
>
>Cheers,
>Harry

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