Sierra 18-8009EP-2 - Fuel Line & Primer Bulb Assembly, 8 ft.

Sierra 18-8009EP-2 — Fuel Line & Primer Bulb Assembly, 8 ft.

Sierra 18-8009EP-2 is a complete 8 foot fuel line and primer bulb assembly for Johnson and Evinrude outboard engines using 3/8 in. fuel line with quick-disconnect fittings. Built with Sierra's Silverado 4000 hose, combining polyester braid reinforcement, a weather-resistant CPE outer cover, and a flexible THV fuel barrier inner layer rated for ethanol-blended fuels including E10, so it holds up better than older hose without a permeation barrier. Includes quick-disconnect fittings at both the motor end and tank end. Replaces Johnson/Evinrude 398549 and 5008609, and supersedes Sierra 18-8009 and 18-8009EP-1.

Part Specifications

• Sierra Part Number: 18-8009EP-2
• Type: Fuel line and primer bulb assembly
• Length: 8 ft.
• Hose Diameter: 3/8 in.
• Hose Construction: Silverado 4000 — polyester braid, CPE weather-resistant cover, THV fuel barrier layer
• Fittings: Quick-disconnect at motor end and tank end
• Application: Johnson/Evinrude outboards with 3/8 in. quick-disconnect fuel system
• Replaces: Johnson/Evinrude 398549, 5008609
• Supersedes: Sierra 18-8009, 18-8009EP-1

Confirm Fitment Before Ordering

Not sure your outboard uses this quick-disconnect style? You can check the parts diagrams available on our website to help identify the correct part. Or, give us your outboard model and year and we'll confirm it for you before you order — by email, text, or live chat. Note: Mercury and Mariner outboards use a different quick-disconnect standard and need a Mercury-specific fuel line assembly.

Additional Information

• Vendor: Sierra International
• Part Number: 18-8009EP-2
• OEM Cross-Reference: Replaces Johnson/Evinrude 398549, 5008609; supersedes Sierra 18-8009, 18-8009EP-1
• Kit Contents: 8 ft. fuel line with primer bulb and quick-disconnect fittings at both ends

Installation Notes

Install following the applicable Johnson/Evinrude outboard fuel system service manual, and store the fuel line coiled loosely out of direct sunlight when not in use to extend its service life.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How do I confirm this assembly fits my outboard?
A: Confirm your Johnson or Evinrude outboard uses a 3/8 in. quick-disconnect fuel system, or send us your outboard model and year and we'll confirm fitment before you order.

Q: Will this assembly fit a Mercury or Mariner outboard?
A: No, this assembly uses Johnson/Evinrude OMC-style quick-disconnect fittings, which differ from the Mercury/Mariner standard.

Q: Is this hose rated for ethanol-blended fuel?
A: Yes, the Silverado 4000 THV barrier layer is designed for ethanol-blended fuels including E10, meeting current EPA and CARB marine fuel permeation standards.

Q: What does the EP-2 suffix mean?
A: EP-2 is the current revision, updated to meet current EPA/CARB fuel permeation standards, and it supersedes both the earlier 18-8009 and 18-8009EP-1.

Q: How long should this fuel line assembly last?
A: With proper storage and ethanol-rated hose like this one, a quality assembly typically lasts 5 to 8 years or more; inspect each season for cracking, hardness, or fuel odor and replace if found.