Myboat245x
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I have a 96 Gtx with grey lines. It runs great but I'm going to replace the lines. Question..if I replace/clean the carb filters, do I need to readjust the carb settings? Thanks
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Replace grey fuel lines
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You'll need about 22 feet of 1/4 lines rated for fuel....just buy a 25 foot roll...it's cheaper that way.
Use stainless steel clamps, about 20 of them, or go with OEM clamps. Also add a Clear not metal Fram G2 fuel filter.
I replaced all lines including the vent lines, just to be consistence.
Clean the fuel valve too.
Replace the oil filter with OEM filter from the dealer about $12.
I also adjusted the carb to open to 100% of the specs. i got about another 150-200 RPMs by doing that.
Use stainless steel clamps, about 20 of them, or go with OEM clamps. Also add a Clear not metal Fram G2 fuel filter.
I replaced all lines including the vent lines, just to be consistence.
Clean the fuel valve too.
Replace the oil filter with OEM filter from the dealer about $12.
I also adjusted the carb to open to 100% of the specs. i got about another 150-200 RPMs by doing that.
eavega
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That will work just fine.
Yep,, for anything that is not fuel injected, auto fuel lines are perfect..
If it was a boat,,, then there are different regulations that they would have to meet.
No, a PWC is not considered a boat. This is very intentional so that they do not have to follew the same regulations as boats. If they did, PWC's would cost even more money. It gets very technical from the regulation perspective, but from the users end, not so much.
Regular automotive fuel line is basically low-pressure rubber fuel line. It will work perfectly for the 2-stroke skis that at carbed.
If you notice, you do not hear of Injected Skis having fuel issues as they MUST adhere to a different standard than that of carbed skis.
So yes, you could in fact use FI fuel line for a carbed ski, but it really would be a waste of money...
Cpt Momo
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Regulation are always complicated
I appreciate you taking the time to explain it
I'll be checking the local store and see what kind of fuel lines they carry. If not, I will be hitting amazon for them lines.
I've seen some clear blue fuel lines in YouTube. High performance?
What length should I be getting? Assuming the sell it by the foot in the local store ..
I appreciate you taking the time to explain it
I'll be checking the local store and see what kind of fuel lines they carry. If not, I will be hitting amazon for them lines.
I've seen some clear blue fuel lines in YouTube. High performance?
What length should I be getting? Assuming the sell it by the foot in the local store ..
Regulations are often a conviluted mess in most cases..
There are normally two different sizes in diameters and lengths, but I can not answer the question. [MENTION=31048]LouDoo[/MENTION] will know that answer...
I commonly see this questionable advice given to use automotive grade hose in a PWC application. Fuel lines in an enclosed space ("below deck") need to meet more stringent requirements for fire resistance and vapor permeability. But, if you want to blow yourself up, its a free country 
http://www.jamestowndistributors.com/userportal/document.do?docId=1133
A common question to our sales team is type of fuel line needed. To maintain a solid stream of fuel minus air and obstructions, use marine grade fuel line components. Think of the fuel line rating system like a report card- A1 is the best! It has the highest fire resistance (2.5 minutes open flame) and lowest permeability making it appropriate for any application. Newest evolution is A1-15, which meets new higher EPA standards for ultra low permeation. The EPA standards became effective Jan 1, 2009, meaning any new boat build with gasoline filled hose in confined areas must use A1-15 hose. At Jamestown Distributors, it's safe to assume any A-1 rated hose sold now is the newer A1-15 type.
Ratings are determined on these two factors, permeability and fire resistance. Particularly with volatile gasoline, permeability is a concern due to vapor build up. If it is in an enclosed space "below deck" it must not give off explosive vapors. Manufacturers often refer to hose as "above deck"/"topside" or "below deck" hose, which is simply a trade gimmick way of phrasing the permeability rating.
The rating system exclusively for marine hose is known as SAE J1527 and it provides for grades as follows:
A1--fuel feed hose; has a fire resistant cover; is designed to have fuel in the hose at all times. Least permeable with highest fire resistance.
A2--fuel vent hose; has a fire resistant cover; is not designed to have fuel in the hose at all times.
B1--fuel feed hose; without fire resistant cover; is designed to have fuel in the hose at all times; intended for non-enclosed spaces. Diesel engines or above deck outboard gasoline applications.
B2--fuel vent hose; without fire resistant cover; is not designed to have fuel in the hose at all times. Diesel vent lines.
http://www.jamestowndistributors.com/userportal/document.do?docId=1133
A common question to our sales team is type of fuel line needed. To maintain a solid stream of fuel minus air and obstructions, use marine grade fuel line components. Think of the fuel line rating system like a report card- A1 is the best! It has the highest fire resistance (2.5 minutes open flame) and lowest permeability making it appropriate for any application. Newest evolution is A1-15, which meets new higher EPA standards for ultra low permeation. The EPA standards became effective Jan 1, 2009, meaning any new boat build with gasoline filled hose in confined areas must use A1-15 hose. At Jamestown Distributors, it's safe to assume any A-1 rated hose sold now is the newer A1-15 type.
Ratings are determined on these two factors, permeability and fire resistance. Particularly with volatile gasoline, permeability is a concern due to vapor build up. If it is in an enclosed space "below deck" it must not give off explosive vapors. Manufacturers often refer to hose as "above deck"/"topside" or "below deck" hose, which is simply a trade gimmick way of phrasing the permeability rating.
The rating system exclusively for marine hose is known as SAE J1527 and it provides for grades as follows:
A1--fuel feed hose; has a fire resistant cover; is designed to have fuel in the hose at all times. Least permeable with highest fire resistance.
A2--fuel vent hose; has a fire resistant cover; is not designed to have fuel in the hose at all times.
B1--fuel feed hose; without fire resistant cover; is designed to have fuel in the hose at all times; intended for non-enclosed spaces. Diesel engines or above deck outboard gasoline applications.
B2--fuel vent hose; without fire resistant cover; is not designed to have fuel in the hose at all times. Diesel vent lines.
Cpt Momo
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Where do we get th e appropriate hoses?I commonly see this questionable advice given to use automotive grade hose in a PWC application. Fuel lines in an enclosed space ("below deck") need to meet more stringent requirements for fire resistance and vapor permeability. But, if you want to blow yourself up, its a free country
http://www.jamestowndistributors.com/userportal/document.do?docId=1133
A common question to our sales team is type of fuel line needed. To maintain a solid stream of fuel minus air and obstructions, use marine grade fuel line components. Think of the fuel line rating system like a report card- A1 is the best! It has the highest fire resistance (2.5 minutes open flame) and lowest permeability making it appropriate for any application. Newest evolution is A1-15, which meets new higher EPA standards for ultra low permeation. The EPA standards became effective Jan 1, 2009, meaning any new boat build with gasoline filled hose in confined areas must use A1-15 hose. At Jamestown Distributors, it's safe to assume any A-1 rated hose sold now is the newer A1-15 type.
Ratings are determined on these two factors, permeability and fire resistance. Particularly with volatile gasoline, permeability is a concern due to vapor build up. If it is in an enclosed space "below deck" it must not give off explosive vapors. Manufacturers often refer to hose as "above deck"/"topside" or "below deck" hose, which is simply a trade gimmick way of phrasing the permeability rating.
The rating system exclusively for marine hose is known as SAE J1527 and it provides for grades as follows:
A1--fuel feed hose; has a fire resistant cover; is designed to have fuel in the hose at all times. Least permeable with highest fire resistance.
A2--fuel vent hose; has a fire resistant cover; is not designed to have fuel in the hose at all times.
B1--fuel feed hose; without fire resistant cover; is designed to have fuel in the hose at all times; intended for non-enclosed spaces. Diesel engines or above deck outboard gasoline applications.
B2--fuel vent hose; without fire resistant cover; is not designed to have fuel in the hose at all times. Diesel vent lines.
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