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November 30, 2018, 09:39:02 AM
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Stevoj

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1997 165 striper aquasport with a 97 johnson 50hp spl fuel line
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When i looked up the oem fuel line it says 5/16 but when i looked on the boat is has a 3/8. If i put the 5/16 fuel line it will it be ok??
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November 30, 2018, 10:23:21 AM
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Re: 1997 165 striper aquasport with a 97 johnson 50hp spl fuel line
« Reply #1 on: November 30, 2018, 10:23:21 AM »
When i looked up the oem fuel line it says 5/16 but when i looked on the boat is has a 3/8. If i put the 5/16 fuel line it will it be ok??
Thanks!

Yes, won't hurt a thing.
1973 Aquasport 22-2, twin 115 Mercs
2000 Baycraft 175 flats boat, 60 Bigfoot Merc
1968 Boston Whaler 13, 25 Yamaha (project)
1966 Orlando Clipper 13, 9.9 Merc

November 30, 2018, 03:00:58 PM
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Re: 1997 165 striper aquasport with a 97 johnson 50hp spl fuel line
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November 30, 2018, 07:43:21 PM
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Re: 1997 165 striper aquasport with a 97 johnson 50hp spl fuel line
« Reply #3 on: November 30, 2018, 07:43:21 PM »
I guess it might depend on the fuel filter barb size. If it is 3/8" (and your hose is 1/16" smaller) it will be a struggle to get it on - you can help it along with dish soap.
Rick
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