Earlier today, I discovered, I had the common problem of a hole in the fuel line inside the tank.

Does anybody have any input on a different hose or how to prevent this from happening in the future.

Thanks!!

 

Try this link, looks like he has it figured out.
https://www.hdforums.com/forum/index.php

 

Harley Sells a Kit that will fix it , did mine 11 years ago

 

Don't buy the kit from Custom Chrome. My buddy did and the line blew out within a week. It's not strong enough to withstand the pressure.

 

Buy some submersible fuel line from Napa/Gates and some constant pressure clamps. HD line is crap!

 

Here's the best thread on this issue with pics!
https://www.hdforums.com/forum/dyna-...fuel-line.html

 

Thanks for all of the information. I am planning a in-tank fuel filter replacement and thought this upgrade would be a good idea at the same time (and I also suspect I have a problem in-tank as the last gallon of gas in the tank is not easy to use (stalls at stops).

My question: does anyone know the length of the stock in-tank hoses and the ideal length of the modified ones. I ask because I am finding a source for in-tank hoses that are considerably less expensive than the sources in this post.

I can choose between the 8.78-inch flex hose is $4.00, the 10.87-inch flex hose is $5.00 and the 14.80-inch flex hose is $6.00. Further, if I go with the submersible "rubber style" fuel line like in the OP, I can get the hose for $6 per foot. I know the second option is simpler to choose, but I like the idea of a shorter flex hose option as well.

Any help with the exact modified sizes would be greatly appreciated. I want to have the hoses on-hand before i start the project. As soon as I get done, I will do a write-up and share the sources so folks can go directly to them.

Thanks!

 

Sorry Dave I dont think I have the old one lying around anymore (I usually hang on to stuff like that) but it was around 10 inches I thing. What are these other hoses made of although im sure its better than OEM stuff.

 

Replace the Harley hoses with Gates.

 

When you're done with the repair, use ethanol-free gas.

You can find a station near you at: puregas.org