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Old 04-01-2013, 11:18 PM
kerry kerry is offline
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Originally Posted by vstech View Post
I use a long handle pair of needle nose pliers with angled end, and I grab the side if the hose where it touches the injector, and pinch it off. this cleanly removes the old hose from the nipples, and is easier than pulling it off, then digging for the little bits that remain.
I then use the needle nose to push the new hose on.
I like to use a section of 1/8" weed eater fuel hose so I can see bubbles from the injectors to see if there is a leaker generating air...
I was just going to write the exact same thing. Great minds think alike. It's just about the only time I use my long angled needle nose pliers.

You can get clear small engine fuel line that works at many auto parts stores.
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