"68"merc fuel lines

[propwash]

i have a 68 merc 650 4 cyl and have been looking for some replacement fuel lines and can't find any ,is there any way to retrofit some fuel line to this motor? the ones i have on it are original and are gonna need replacing soon.this motor is mint so i would like to keep it original if i can.i also broke the cable which is connecting the choke rack to the plunger and can't find this peice either,any help will be appreciated greatly. thank you<br /> propwash.

 

[WillyBWright]

Re: "68"merc fuel lines

GO PACK!!!<br /><br />All them lines are shot by now. Do all of them. Can't get OEM replacements. You'll have to use 1/8 pipe thread fittings with 1/4" hose barbs, and 1/4" braided fuel lines. One 1/4" pipe thread fitting for the fuel quick connector...I like to use 5/16" hose and barbs from the quick connector to the fuel pump. Get cable ties from a Merc or Johnnyrude dealer that are made for hoses. Avoid using steel screw clamps if at all possible. The cable ties seal and look better. It won't look original, but with fuel lines, that's not necessarily a bad thing.<br /><br />Long as you're at it, rebuild the fuel pump(s). Parts are cheap.

 

[rickdb1boat]

Re: "68"merc fuel lines

Check here too, for more info and parts:<br /><br /> web page

 

[thehound]

Re: "68"merc fuel lines

Hi Propwash<br />I have the same motor , try vintageoutboard.com for the lines .<br /> The Hound

 

[NEECAPRS]

Re: "68"merc fuel lines

Propwash: Much good advice here for you. Would suggest that WillyB's advice carries the side benefit of using much newer-and BETTER-polymer technology just by getting new fuel line stock. It stays soft and resilient much longer. Easier to find too. Just a thought!!