Time to replace gas fill hose?

[Alibuma]

My gas fill hose has this gooey looking crud on it, but it's not tacky or sticky. I was wondering if you've seen this on other hoses before or if you think it's time to replace the fill hose? This appears to be a low spot in the hose and I suspect that some gas tends to sit in this area after filling. Does anyone have any experience with this?

 

[JV II]

Could be ethanol eating away at the hose.

 

[66pony]

Not to borrow trouble but I would replace it and then check ALL the other lines also. It many be a good time to do a wholesale fuel line replacement. Might cost a little now, but it is safer in the long run.

Just my $ 0.02.

 

[Skuza]

Ya I would to be safe! And like said might as well do 'em all.

 

[tdschafer]

I had the opposite on my '79 260. The hose was dried with lots of external cracks. Although it wasn't leaking I had it replaced 2 years ago, then happened to sell the boat last year. I dont recall the cost because lots of other things were done @ the same time but I believe it was not very expensive. Better safe than sorry! Todd