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  1. 12-21-2018, 10:38 AM #1
    Kwasham
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    Fuel Line Replacement

    I just ordered new fuel line for my Ranger 482V that still has the original fuel line from 1992. Before I tackle the job I wanted to see if there are any tips for doing this to make the job go smoothly. What is a good tool to cut the lines clean and straight? Is there a way to avoid spilling fuel into the hull when removing the old lines? Thanks!!
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    #2 12-21-2018, 04:19 PM
    I just replaced the line in my 461 a few month ago. I wanted a oem Mercury primer bulb and regular fuel line instead of the grey stuff that most places use on premade fuel lines.

    Cut the fuel fuel line with these.
    https://www.amazon.com/Milwaukee-48-.../dp/B005G1134K

    Crimp on hose clamps because worm gear clamps are junk.
    https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01IE...op_mb_pd_title

    Crimp them with these.
    https://www.amazon.com/Knipex-Tools-.../dp/B01I3H6UIC

    I used these where the hose goes on the barb fitting coming out of the tank.
    https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0040...op_mb_pd_title
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    #3 12-23-2018, 12:15 PM
    Well I guess “the right way” is one way to do it...
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    #4 12-26-2018, 03:38 PM
    +1 on what Jacob461 says.
    You will never regret using these clamps!
    All your friends will want you to replace all of their clamps after they find out your secret.
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    #5 12-27-2018, 05:50 AM
    Jacob461 is a man with some helpful answers
    thanks
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    #6 12-27-2018, 07:18 AM
    Thank you for the responses on this. I may try a lower priced line cutter since this is the only time I will be using them.

    https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07DCGMKJ8...a-211282c114f8

    I will use the crimp style hose clamps.
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    #7 02-15-2019, 06:12 PM
    Ended up getting some cutters from Home Depot that work good but for the life of me I can't find the right size Oetiker/single ear hose clamps. Had Napa order me some that were supposed to be for 3/8" fuel line and they were too small (made for a thinner hose). I did some research and thought I had it figured out and ordered some 5/8" Oetiker clamps from Amazon but they were too small. They would almost fit over the fuel line but were too small. Can somebody post a link or the correct size to use for a Shields 368 3/8" Fuel Hose USCG A1-15??
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