Random thoughts on fuel line for husqvarna chainsaws

[@anthonypryor2852]

Add a piece of shrink wrap tubing to wear it goes through the fuel tank passage way.

[@tedneitzel]

I went down to Napa and they matched up some line for me years ago. I got like 4 feet so I've had line for years!

[@1969bogdi]

If your Husqvarna leaks where the hose exits the fuel tank, try to pull it a little bit out of the tank and see if it still leaks. I did that on mine and it started to seal again. I think this is a good tip and you don’t have to replace the fuel line.

[@allenletizia321]

I having problem would not start . I am checking every were on it . Cause I just replace lot on this saw already. I did not see any cracks on hose.

[@justinusberger3933]

I like the Echo fuel line. Reasonably priced as well.

[@sethhill5689]

The 450 Rancher I am working on has built in "grommets" to seal the holes.

[@matthewolson8875]

@@sethhill5689 yes... some have that style

[@gwheyduke]

Model airplane flyers have been using Tygon and other types of fuel line for years in order to burn the methanol fuel. You might try one of the online hobby shops like Horizon Hobby King.

[@darrellpickering8535]

Beware of yellow line that doesn't say Tygon! You'll be mumblin' under your breath a lot if you use it. Also some Echo models use the pig's tail line. Echo sells fuel line in bulk & in different OD/ID as does Stihl.

[@matthewolson8875]

Yes ...the echo line is ok too

[@jamesgwynn574]

Where did you get those forceps ? I need forceps to replace the same fuel line you’re replacing on my saw. If you could help me, please direct me where to go . Thank you , and I appreciate your posts .

[@matthewolson8875]

They are medical... look on ebay for mosquito forceps. You'll find lots ....and thanks!

[@allenletizia321]

I am feel the same way . Did find right size? lol What you do to feed back down the tank? Its a tight fit were rubber bends lot.

[@afleetcommand]

You know...this is a great video and hammering this detail, but in fact a very important issue we ALL deal with. Every saw has one. And when freshening up a saw we all want to replace one. What I have found as well is some of the AM stuff swells & degrades faster over time than what I get from the dealers (OEM). So in this case I really haven't found a good AM option that I would put in someone else's saw Thank you, Love the focus on this.

[@matthewolson8875]

thanks Walt....it does seem to be an important topic

[@gwheyduke]

Strange that the manufacturers have not figured out that they need to install better fuel line that will tolerate a little alcohol. Maybe they want to sell customers that "special" $20.00 per gallon gas. ?

[@markopalikko6986]

Yes, I've been saying the same thing. My Husqvarna 365 fuel line almost melted with regular gas.

[@alicianeagle4224]

I have found that Tecumseh primer line sometimes works. It is part # 730515a and is a box of 25' of black fuel line. I am unsure of the id and od but it has worked for me in the past.

[@matthewolson8875]

Alicia Neagle 9/64 id.... = too big. :(

[@ronbrown2770]

On my Husky, I opened up the hole and use a rubber grommet. I don't let little things like this get the best of me, I make the shit work for me. I have done this to all my saws. grommets are like 2 bucks for 10, just figure out what size your willing to go. us a little oil on the tubing and it slides right through and will not leak.

[@matthewolson8875]

Yeah.... I let this stuff get to me lol. I cant stand getting pigeonholed into one product...and the inability to buy husky fuel line in bulk drives me crazy.

[@ronbrown2770]

@@matthewolson8875 I don't like that black fuel line it's too soft and collapses. I fought my 372xp for a week before I noticed the line while running the saw with it's top off. And no, I don't e fuels in my saws.

[@markopalikko6986]

Hey, that's a great idea.

[@brianwalk108]

You sir are my hero

[@johnsonlong1272]

@@ronbrown2770 yes the black rubber OEM fuel line is junk overtime bits and pieces disintegrates on the ID of the line and ends up in the carburetor. I will take tigon any day over black OEM. At least when tigon goes bad it cracks and falls apart making it leak gas so you know you have a problem.

[@cowbdave99]

Had same problem

[@joepiper9476]

Echo fuel line, can be had in a 50 foot (I believe, big anyways) roll from your local dealer. Joe

[@matthewolson8875]

+Joe Piper I'll have a look into it. I see echo line is available on ebay, and it is 7/32 OD ... so maybe thats the ticket.

[@chrisradla]

Thanks for sharing. I have exactly the same dilemmas. There are obviously errors on ereplacementparts website as well as on parts tree.. please consider part known as connector part number 53709 9301 installed into this squigkly {spiral} hose terminated righte at the tank hole and by expanding the o d would make it seal well against the tanke hole. and of course then use a short fuel hose to connect that fitting mentioned above to the carburetor. It is just a thought.., since I do struggle with fuel leaking saws for a while

[@professor_thunder]

@Mathew Olson What was your final verdict?

[@matthewolson8875]

I use r3 stihl line for fuel line in bulk.

[@chaserchaserspeedracer]

Own a 141. Really do kinda hate the leaky bastard after some years now. Mostly seasonal. About a tank. Sometimes do some disc golf park half day work with it. The fuel line is not in the friendly of places. And for the sir in the video. Nobody wants 100' rubber/plastic/ vacuum lines with the shelf life they have. 50' maybe for the pro mechanics.. ANYWAYS, after tearing this thing apart so it will lubricate itself once again. I should of just bought a used stihl brand. Or Poulan .. I reccomend you empty these husqvarna from all lubrications after ever use. I Use stihl HP ultra engine oil with 100% 87 fuel in all small motors used for non racing. I honestly believe your waisting money with higher grade. These motors are not 9:1+ compression motors that demand higher octane. When I raced go karts 5hp motor maxed 18.5 hp when built. Super flat milled heads. Loved the 100LL AV gas. Or pure Alcohol. Just my 2 cents on fuel. And because own one, husqvarna sucks. Avoid that section at home depot and go to your local guy.

[@matthewolson8875]

Thanks for the comment

[@SteveRobReviews]

11/32 ya too big as 1/4 . Lots of line out there . If you changed the tank hole diameter to fit a line you can get in bulk and fitting the filter. Is that an option, ha you sound frustrated...

[@matthewolson8875]

+Steve Rob rather not change the tank diameter just to accomodate line. that seems kinda silly ...not to mention thats a 1 way trip lol

[@SteveRobReviews]

+Matthew Olson looks like an option you haven't tried but resolves you ability to buy in bulk. I say try it on a scrap tank . Have to think outside the box, ha way out there. Lol

[@matthewolson8875]

+Steve Rob I'll stick with the oem short lines before I drill the tank lol. ...tx for the way out da box thought though

[@SteveRobReviews]

+Matthew Olson I have yet found a line better than OEM as you have shown but I do use tygon line for everything else. Let us know how the line your going to get works out. Good topic...

[@matthewolson8875]

+Steve Rob check your youtube messages Steve....

[@Budro4764]

1/4 in tygon works in there

[@matthewolson8875]

+Boo luquette I have one w/ 1/4" tygon shoved in there. I'm trying to avoid that. just doesn't seem like an elegant solution

[@Budro4764]

+Matthew Olson I had a 3/16 that didn't work on a saw and the 1/4 fit and didn't leak at all. I need too order more line. I'm down to a feet of each. ~~~!!!

[@matthewolson8875]

I'd go with the echo line...black rubber...go with oem line

[@Budro4764]

+Matthew Olson I like Tygon I get it in the 2 main sizes .80 x 1.40 and the 3/32 x 3/16 The 1/4 in. is oddball but I have it when I need it. Plus the Tygon is only about 60 cents a foot. It doesn't breakdown either like some OEM lines. MTD products are bad for that. I see a lot of that since MTD makes almost every weed whacker made.

[@freddaniali]

Tygon swells when it hits the fuel... would have been just fine.

[@matthewolson8875]

I'm not sure I'm comfortable with waiting for tygon to seal properly. ...it's just not the right size.

[@20x20Ghost]

Dynamite?

[@matthewolson8875]

?

[@garymccann9032]

Rubber grommets are needed

[@Lawiah0]

Neoprene fuel line should could also work. Example of what you have in the Video: Black Rubber Fuel Line. Size: 3 mm ID X 5.7 mm OD or 1/8" ID X 7/32" OD approximately. 25 FT roll. (Replaces Echo 90015) www.bantasaw.com/catalog/viewproduct.asp?i=1851&p=8899

[@Lawiah0]

+Schpankme Verimuch Here's an example of "polyurethane tubing" in the size requested. www.amazon.com/Clear-Tubing-Scooters-Motorcycles-Fitting/dp/B00M1VVLM2

[@matthewolson8875]

+Schpankme Verimuch that might actually work. ll get a small amount of that echo line and see if it fits. the OD is correct. that clear stuff....I dunno...

[@Lawiah0]

You can get Tygon in the 7/32 OD. I don't know if it's identical in flexibility to the stuff you had in the video. see below 5/32" ID x 7/32" OD Tygon 2375 Ultra Chemical Resistant Tubing www.usplastic.com/catalog/item.aspx?itemid=75635&catid=864

[@matthewolson8875]

+Schpankme Verimuch its not specifically fuel line is all... would prefer the rubber, but maybe I'll get some of both and investigate :)

[@Lawiah0]

I think if you check, the Fuel line hole in that 350 tank will be sightly under-sized for the 7/32" OD (.216) Fuel Line; this creates the seal. Personally, Neoprene Fuel Line would be preferred over pure Rubber, offering the same "flexible seal" with almost unlimited protection from UV and Chemicals. This is a great Topic, and one that people have been paying a lot to fix and trouble-shoot.

[@wcjcnc]

The exact perfect replacement fuel line for husqvarna saws is Stihl part number 0712 923 8004. It is a 10 meter roll which is about 32 feet.

[@matthewolson8875]

see my next line video :)

[@matthewolson8875]

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[@ppakratt]

Drilled my tank no problem now

[@matthewolson8875]

well, if you are using 1/4" line thats fine, but now there is no going back.

[@cougar10ag]

i dont have any of this but this is what i found doing a quick search. www.jackssmallengines.com/Parts-List.aspx?mfrname=Universal&catname=Fuel-Filter-Part&subcatname=Tygon-Fuel-Line&filter=126%3a.211"

[@cougar10ag]

crap wrong link www.jackssmallengines.com/products/Universal/Fuel-Filter-Part/Fuel-Line-By-Foot/115319a/2569425/s

[@matthewolson8875]

+cougar10ag like I said before, in my link etc... that line has too small an OD... sorry, 3/16" OD will not work

[@cougar10ag]

+Matthew Olson its is not 3/16. its OD is .211in, or 5.4mm. 7/32 is the closest match .2187in and 3/16 is .1875in

[@matthewolson8875]

+cougar10ag hey that my work in that case I'll get a sample and see what happens

[@cougar10ag]

+Matthew Olson i actually just got some length of .203 tygon fron the local dealer. guy said thats what they use on most husqvarna. on my '89 husky 50 i measured the stock line close to 7/32 and the .203 still worked. easier to pull through but i put vacuum on the tank and it held.