What size to get for a jiggle shaker siphon hose?

[drewkaree]

Bought several fuel containers for the upcoming season so that I don't have to keep pulling my boat out to fuel up, and I can also take some fuel along for any longer trips. I'm guessing on-water fuel prices are going to be close to what @Ronnie is getting used to ($7-8/gal), and that's going to cause some wallet issues for what we do.

I'll be filling the boat at the pier, and I am looking to get one of these shaker siphon hoses: https://www.amazon.com/REV-X-Mega-Syphon-Priming-Siphon/dp/B073HKTJCD/ref=sr_1_11?crid=2VG7069JQJJHK&keywords=siphon+hose&qid=1645153670&sprefix=siphon+hose,aps,132&sr=8-11

Question I have is what size to get. I don't have access to the boat right now, so I can't really check the size of the opening, but I think a 1" would be too large. 3/4" will definitely fit, as I was able to check a fuel pump nozzle, but if I can step up to a 1", that'll speed things along.

What sayeth youseth guyseth?

 

[HangOutdoors]

Bro, if you need a couple bucks to fill the tank just PM me I will Venmo you...... Not sure going around and siphoning fuel from other boats at the pier is the way to go

I can check my boat in the morning if you like for hose size.

 

[AZMark]

It’s about 1-1/4” id on my 2018

1” width ruler:

 

[Ronnie]

I’m fearing what on the water gas is going to cost this coming season. Last year the most I paid was $6.50/$7 per gallon for mid grade. This was when gas on the street was $4.50 or so. It’s already at $5 on the street and the forecast calls for it to climb as summer approaches. That’s the cost of fun so ….

 

[HangOutdoors]

@drewkaree I just went out and put a 1" PVC pipe, Sched 40, in it and there was a bit of wiggle still. The OD Diameter is 1.315", it was schedule 40.

 

[drewkaree]

Bro, if you need a couple bucks to fill the tank just PM me I will Venmo you...... Not sure going around and siphoning fuel from other boats at the pier is the way to go

I can check my boat in the morning if you like for hose size.

Why can't I have both?

Send me the money, I'll use it to buy the hose! WINNER!

 

[drewkaree]

I’m fearing what on the water gas is going to cost this coming season. Last year the most I paid was $6.50/$7 per gallon for mid grade. This was when gas on the street was $4.50 or so. It’s already at $5 on the street and the forecast calls for it to climb as summer approaches. That’s the cost of fun so ….

Yeah, it ranged from $4.50-6.00/gallon last year, with $5 being the norm. $6 was holiday pay, but we never dealt with that.

Looks like I can move up to a 1", which will save me a bit. I decided last year that I wasn't going to keep pulling the boat just to take it into town to fill up, but I only had 11 gallons worth, which had to be used for scooters, mowers, trimmers....picked up 4 more VP 5 gallon containers for this year, and I was considering another 4 if the price drops below $100 for 'em.

 

[Ronnie]

It seems to take forever to empty one five gallon jug of fuel into the tank, I can’t imaging doing six to 10 in a row.

 

[CanTex]

I purchased a shaker siphon a few years ago and used it for one season. The issue I had with the shaker siphon was that it would coil up when inserted into the gas can, yes it would work but would require me to pivot the gas can and the shaker around to get the last half or so gallon out.

I replaced the new "EPA" friendly gas can spouts with old school ones. I have 8 5 gallon cans converted with this spout to refill the boat and wave runners with. With the "high" flow spout I can empty 5 gallons in short order, much faster than shaker siphon was.

EZ-Pour Hi-Flo Replacement Spout, 30051 at Tractor Supply Co.

 

[kgower]

It seems to take for every to empty one five gallon jug of fuel into the tank, I can’t imaging doing six to 10 in a row.

I have two of these 5-gallon VP cans they empty pretty fast. I got them in clear so I could watch the fuel level.

Amazon.com: VP Racing Fuels 3512 + 3044B 5 Gallon Square Red Racing Utility Jug w/ 14 Inch Deluxe Filler Hose : Automotive

 

[FSH 210 Sport]

May I suggest…

https://www.tractorsupply.com/tsc/product/gas-go-rotary-pump-kit-poly-fuel-carts

https://www.tractorsupply.com/tsc/product/gas-go-15-gallon-poly-fuel-cartd

 

[84rzv500r]

I use the 3/4 jiggle hose on my sea wall and carry a 1/2 on each of my boats i did the rotary pump thing and it was a pain... ended up just using jerry cans... the 135's would eat 20 gallons a day or more... my single 155 4-tec temp boat is way less than half that... i put like 5 gal in every other day maybe to top it off unless I use it hard and then it might take 5 gal in a day...

 

[JetPowered]

I would think 3/4 to be sufficient. I think I'm running 3/8 and it takes maybe 2-3 mins to empty a 5 gal VP style can into the boat. I simply put I towel over the rear seat backrest and hold the can there. I think you could also use a bit of 3/4" sprinkler pipe at the fuel can end to help the hose straighten out. I'm going to try that, not that this has been a big problem.

 

[RobbieO]

Bought several fuel containers for the upcoming season so that I don't have to keep pulling my boat out to fuel up, and I can also take some fuel along for any longer trips. I'm guessing on-water fuel prices are going to be close to what @Ronnie is getting used to ($7-8/gal), and that's going to cause some wallet issues for what we do.

I'll be filling the boat at the pier, and I am looking to get one of these shaker siphon hoses: https://www.amazon.com/REV-X-Mega-Syphon-Priming-Siphon/dp/B073HKTJCD/ref=sr_1_11?crid=2VG7069JQJJHK&keywords=siphon+hose&qid=1645153670&sprefix=siphon+hose,aps,132&sr=8-11

Question I have is what size to get. I don't have access to the boat right now, so I can't really check the size of the opening, but I think a 1" would be too large. 3/4" will definitely fit, as I was able to check a fuel pump nozzle, but if I can step up to a 1", that'll speed things along.

What sayeth youseth guyseth?

Well, I just bought this without thinking about the hose size. If it doesn't work, I'll just use it for enemas.

https://www.amazon.com/GasTapper-Siphon-Anti-Kink-Jiggler-Retainer/dp/B01M5D2XZQ/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?keywords=siphon+hose&qid=1645238567&sr=8-1-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUExQVdWRk82UlEzUkdFJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwNzcxODIxMVRTRzVNN1E5M0hOTSZlbmNyeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwNjQ1NjE2M1VFUzRHMjNUVVk3QyZ3aWRnZXROYW1lPXNwX2F0ZiZhY3Rpb249Y2xpY2tSZWRpcmVjdCZkb05vdExvZ0NsaWNrPXRydWU=

 

[RobbieO]

I have two of these 5-gallon VP cans they empty pretty fast. I got them in clear so I could watch the fuel level.

Amazon.com: VP Racing Fuels 3512 + 3044B 5 Gallon Square Red Racing Utility Jug w/ 14 Inch Deluxe Filler Hose : Automotive

Will they fit in your ski locker? I bought these because I can carry several in the ski locker. I like yours better. Didn't think to measure for height.

https://www.amazon.com/Midwest-Model-5600-Gallon-Spill/dp/B0007M4VRO

 

[johnso30]

My experience with the jiggle siphon hoses is that bigger isn’t necessarily better. I started with a 1/2” one and it works ok. I then got a 3/4” one thinking it would be faster, and it is once you get the siphon going… but I have a lot harder time getting the siphon going on the larger hose.

I just bit the bullet and ordered a Drop-n-Fill - was just delivered today actually.

 

[drewkaree]

May I suggest…

https://www.tractorsupply.com/tsc/product/gas-go-rotary-pump-kit-poly-fuel-carts

https://www.tractorsupply.com/tsc/product/gas-go-15-gallon-poly-fuel-cartd

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I gave a serious look at that 15 gallon container, until someone pointed out to me the fact that thing was going to be a bear to get out of the vehicle after it was filled up.

If I still had my truck, I would have added a fuel tank to the bed and used that, but sadly, she gone!

 

[kgower]

Will they fit in your ski locker? I bought these because I can carry several in the ski locker. I like yours better. Didn't think to measure for height.

https://www.amazon.com/Midwest-Model-5600-Gallon-Spill/dp/B0007M4VRO

Good question, thinking no but will check and let you know. My ski locker is 16" deep/tall.

 

[FSH 210 Sport]

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[kgower]

@RobbieO won't fit in my 195s, VP can is 20" tall.