Barney I did that to my boat also. Last year when I replaced my hoses I went to Napa and bought a heavy duty automotive hose with an extra 3 ft added from the tank to the water separator. In the winter I siphon the gas out for use in my generator during deer season. I also put new stainless hose clamps. I don't know how many times over the years I fought those OEM hose clips when in a bind out on the water. I also kept the old bulb and quick connects. I carry more junk in my boat but you know the old saying it is better to have it and not need it than to need it and not have it.