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    Plugging oil and fuel

    #2b090964, need to remove motor. What should I use to cap off fuel and oil entrances. Hoses I plan on folding over and pinching shut. Will due a oil prime sequence once back together.

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    not sure.
    Last edited by Hardhead1; 10-13-2017 at 06:33 PM.

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    Rubber or Vinyl Caps. 1/4" for oil line, 5/16" for fuel line.

    If you fold a hose over like that, you will need to trim it back beyond the "fold", or REPLACE the hose to prevent premature failure.


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