Do I really need OMC fuel lines

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Mirko

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I'm getting ready to replace the fuel lines and connectors in my 1994 115hp Johnosn OB. I want to buy the assembly that icludes the squeeze bulb and the other fuel line that goes to the motor. They are beginning to look cracked.<br /><br />What is a good brand to getand where?<br /><br />Thanks,<br /><br />Mirko
 
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DHPMARINE

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Re: Do I really need OMC fuel lines

mirko,what you have now has worked for ten years.So why not use the same????<br />Doug
 
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rodbolt

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Re: Do I really need OMC fuel lines

hello<br /> you will find a major quality difference between the junk sierra aqua power lines and the factory ones. if ya dont belive me wait 2 years.<br /> good luck and keep posting
 
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DJ

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Re: Do I really need OMC fuel lines

I always use OEM parts. They've (OEM) done the research and they know what works. They have a lot at stake.<br /><br />You cannot go wrong with them.
 
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BrianTindall

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Re: Do I really need OMC fuel lines

When I ran a parts department (2 actually) I only stocked OEM fuel lines for outboards. Most people paid the small difference in price for a better quality line. If not, they could go one of the discount stores to get another brand.
 
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mutron77

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Re: Do I really need OMC fuel lines

Who makes the fuel line for OMC? If you get that brand it should be the same. I can tell you I bought some 5/16 at autozone and it was quite a bit thinner then the bombardier. I didn't use it. Got some made by Gates at Napa it seemed to be of the same stout quality. I'm with these guys though, I like the OMC<br />I would never buy one ot these aftermarket ball and hose setups, the OMC is much better for the same and sometimes less money<br />H90
 
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DJ

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Re: Do I really need OMC fuel lines

Horse90,<br /><br />It's not the lines, in particular, it's the connections and the fuel primer bulb that are in question.<br /><br />Those components are of a different quality.<br /><br />I've put together many a fuel system (required by length) using a NAPA fuel hose, but I've used OEM connections and bulbs.
 
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alcan

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Re: Do I really need OMC fuel lines

DJ nailed that one. Those after maket fitting are junk. Worn out OEM fittings and junk after market fittings cause a lot of problems.
 
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