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JimGo
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Initially Posted - 04/26/2012 :  06:35:24  Show Profile
I have the repair manual for my BF8A, but not the parts list (not sure why they sell them separately). I tried to install [URL="http://www.catalina-capri-25s.org/tech/tech25/tt028.asp"]the Honda flush kit described in the Tech Tips[/URL] last night, but when I did so, after cutting the hose and removing 1/2" as suggested in the tip, my hose split while I was inserting the T connector. I cut out the split, and managed to get the hose onto the T, but it's not on as far as I'd have liked (need to test it tonight). So, now I want to get a replacement hose, do the splicing outside the engine, then "simply" swap the hoses. Unfortunately, I can't find any info on the hose that's used. iBoats.com doesn't have a full parts list, and searching for "Honda cooling hose" online gives you TONS of links to how to flush the engine. Similarly, searching for "Honda BF8A parts list" gets me LOTS of links to places selling impellers, spark plugs, etc. Does anyone know where to buy that kind of hose, and what size hose is needed? [URL="http://search.defender.com/?expression=honda%20hose"]Defender has a selection of hose[/URL], but I can't figure out which 3/8" hose is the right one.

Does anyone know if this is the kind of thing that I can pick up at Pep Boys/Advance/NAPA, or if I'll need to special order it? Does anyone have a part number/description of the hose?

Any assistance is appreciated!
- Jim
Formerly of 1984 C25 named Dragon Wing

NOTE: In my case, PLEASE don't confuse stars/number of posts with actual knowledge. On any topic.
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JimGo
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Response Posted - 04/26/2012 :  07:38:41  Show Profile
Hmmmm...looks like [URL="http://www.westmarine.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/Product2_11151_10001_448198_-1____ProductDisplayErrorView"]this might do the trick[/URL].
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delliottg
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Response Posted - 04/26/2012 :  10:14:46  Show Profile  Visit delliottg's Homepage
I think they meant "permeation" not "permutation". Unless maybe they mean there are fewer types…
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JimGo
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Response Posted - 04/26/2012 :  10:19:40  Show Profile
You never know with those exotic fuel blends.
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Sloop Smitten
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Response Posted - 04/26/2012 :  12:44:43  Show Profile
Check an auto part store for the closest they have. It does not have to be a fuel hose. It's not a sealed system, like an auto system, so the pressure is minimal. Probably a metric size hose since it is a Honda. The tee's you find around here are usually SAE so there will be a bit of a mismatch. The most pressure you will see is when you hook up the water hose to flush it. Keep the flow at a minimum or you could blow the tee off the hose.
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JimGo
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Response Posted - 04/26/2012 :  12:51:39  Show Profile
Thanks Joe, I had wondered if a fuel line would work. I put pipe clamps on there to keep the Tee in place, and could do the same with the other end (that mates to the engine).
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islander
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Response Posted - 04/26/2012 :  13:07:16  Show Profile
Jim I use these guys http://www.boats.net/ They have exploded views, Part # and ship fast.
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