I need to replace the diesel fill hose which is routed behind cabinetry and wanted to ask the list for some suggestions for pulling the new hose. [I found diesel in the bilge and believe the 36+ yo fill hose is the culprit if should be replaced anyway.] From the tank, the hose passes through a ¾ (?) plywood with glass tabbing bulkhead next to the hull into a space which is inaccessible behind the ice box, makes a 90* turn up through a 1 plywood and Formica surface surrounding the icebox against the hull, then through another shelf to the fill fitting screwed into the deck.
The 1 ½ diameter wire reinforced fuel rated hose is very stiff, and the holes through which it must pass are quite tight. Am guessing that holds the hose in place and minimizes chafe from vibrations. There are no wire ties or similar securing the hose that I can see cannot see behind the icebox with the old hose in place. Any thoughts on how best to pull it through the bulkhead and bending it to go up through the shelving? I have a heat gun and will soften the hose to hopefully make it somewhat more pliable, but guiding it through the inaccessible space to and through the first shelving is the big challenge. Ideas so far: taping the end of the new hose to the old and pulling it [am not confident that would be strong enough] or use 3 or 4 strings through small holes punched in the old hose as messengers [taped as well] to pull new hose. Would cut off a bit of hose where the holes would be punched in the new hose to have good material all around. Any suggestions are appreciated. Cannot use the boat as it is . TIA Brian
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