Fuel filler hose

Started by Moderator, July 27, 2026, 03:00:33 AM

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You might want to consider replacing your fuel filler hose. If you do, consider upgrading to one that's ethanol resistant.

Photo: "original" style hose (lower left) compared to safer modern fuel filler hose (upper right)
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I'm sure I replaced my MGB's fuel filler hose in 2013 when I installed EFI. And I'm sure I purchased that hose from where I get almost all my "original MGB" parts.  13 years is a long time, but I don't think it's THAT long. I was surprised to find how deteriorated the hose had gotten. I reckon ethanol ate its old-fashioned rubber. I could puncture it with a finger! A hose like that could become deeply problematic in an accident!

This is what I just I've just installed instead: https://www.fillernecksupply.com/2-1-4-225-inch-soft-wall-rubber-fuel-filler-neck-hose-16731822503/ 

Minimum purchase was 12 inches, which is enough for three MGBs. It installed easily. Although it's noticeably thicker and stiffer (due to fabric reinforcement) than the original hose, original clamps worked fine.
1971 MGB GT V8
Buick 215 w/ Rover heads, custom EFI & crank-fired ignition.
Custom front and rear coilover suspensions.