Gates rolls out new fuel hose

The Gates Corp. is introducing a new fuel hose design that helps prevents vapor loss for improved fuel efficiency and environmental compliance. Dubbed the Barricade, Gates said the new  hose is designed for virtually any engine application that’s equipped with a conventional carburetor, including trucks, cars, tractors, and lawn and garden equipment. The company said its patent-pending five-layer Greenshield liner prevents hydrocarbon vapors from escaping through the body of fuel line hoses as fuel is conveyed from the vehicle’s storage tank to the engine. Gates said its Greenshield technology provides five times less fuel vapor permeation ...

To continue reading this article, please register or login – it’s quick and free…

Member Login

Enter your email address below, and we'll email your password.

Are cookies enabled in your browser?

This site uses cookies and session data to keep track of your name and preferences while you're logged in. You cannot login without enabling cookies.

One Step Registration

Fill out the form below for instant access to the page you’ve requested.

Website members also receive access to our entire archive and may apply for a complimentary subscription to our print magazine.

All fields are required Personal Info
  Required Must be a valid email
  Required Passwords must match
  Required
  Required
  Required
  Required
  Required
  Required
  Required

Fleet Owner Magazine


Submit the form for instant access to the page you've requested.

From the Print Issue

November 2009

Ask the Experts

A panel of professionals answers your questions on a variety of topics

Idling
Alternatives

John Dennehy

Tires

Tim Miller

Filters

Paul Bandoly

Featured Jobs