{"product_id":"mercury-quicksilver-quick-disconnect-tank-end-bayonet-style-30185q3","title":"Mercury – Quicksilver Fuel Line Connector | Fuel System Component | Bayonet-Style Brass Fitting | 30185Q3","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"111\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"109\"\u003eMercury – Quicksilver Fuel Line Connector | Fuel System Component | Bayonet-Style Brass Fitting | 30185Q3\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"113\" data-end=\"116\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"118\" data-end=\"136\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"122\" data-end=\"134\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"137\" data-end=\"723\"\u003eIf you’re running a classic portable fuel tank setup, you know how important a clean, secure connection is. The \u003cstrong data-start=\"249\" data-end=\"307\"\u003eMercury Marine 30185Q3 Quicksilver Fuel Line Connector\u003c\/strong\u003e is made for \u003cstrong data-start=\"320\" data-end=\"353\"\u003evintage 6.6-gallon fuel tanks\u003c\/strong\u003e, giving you a tight, dependable link between the tank and your fuel hose. Its \u003cstrong data-start=\"432\" data-end=\"467\"\u003ebayonet-style twist-lock design\u003c\/strong\u003e ensures smooth fuel flow and a solid fit, while the included \u003cstrong data-start=\"529\" data-end=\"567\"\u003ebarbed hose fitting and snap clamp\u003c\/strong\u003e make installation quick and simple. It’s a small part, but it keeps your classic Mercury setup performing like it should — smooth, steady, and leak-free.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"725\" data-end=\"728\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"730\" data-end=\"752\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"734\" data-end=\"750\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"755\" data-end=\"844\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"755\" data-end=\"767\"\u003ePurpose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Connects your portable fuel hose to earlier 6.6-gallon Mercury fuel tanks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"847\" data-end=\"926\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"847\" data-end=\"858\"\u003eDesign:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"859\" data-end=\"897\"\u003eBayonet-style twist-lock connector\u003c\/strong\u003e for a secure, no-leak fit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"929\" data-end=\"1022\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"929\" data-end=\"942\"\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Built from \u003cstrong data-start=\"954\" data-end=\"990\"\u003emarine-grade brass and composite\u003c\/strong\u003e to resist corrosion and wear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1025\" data-end=\"1127\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1025\" data-end=\"1038\"\u003eIncluded:\u003c\/strong\u003e Comes with \u003cstrong data-start=\"1050\" data-end=\"1073\"\u003ebarbed hose fitting\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"1078\" data-end=\"1102\"\u003esnap-type hose clamp\u003c\/strong\u003e for easy installation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1130\" data-end=\"1212\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1130\" data-end=\"1146\"\u003ePerformance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Maintains consistent fuel flow for reliable engine performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1215\" data-end=\"1329\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1215\" data-end=\"1233\"\u003eCompatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fits \u003cstrong data-start=\"1239\" data-end=\"1280\"\u003evintage 6.6-gallon Mercury fuel tanks\u003c\/strong\u003e used with older Mercury and Mariner outboards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1331\" data-end=\"1334\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1336\" data-end=\"1373\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1340\" data-end=\"1371\"\u003eEngine \u0026amp; Boat Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1376\" data-end=\"1454\"\u003eFor use with \u003cstrong data-start=\"1389\" data-end=\"1451\"\u003eearlier 6.6-gallon Mercury and Mariner portable fuel tanks\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1457\" data-end=\"1561\"\u003eIdeal for \u003cstrong data-start=\"1467\" data-end=\"1530\"\u003eclassic aluminum boats, fishing skiffs, and small runabouts\u003c\/strong\u003e using portable fuel systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1564\" data-end=\"1629\"\u003eWorks with \u003cstrong data-start=\"1575\" data-end=\"1598\"\u003estandard fuel hoses\u003c\/strong\u003e featuring 5\/16\" or 3\/8\" I.D.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1632\" data-end=\"1694\"\u003eSuitable for both \u003cstrong data-start=\"1650\" data-end=\"1678\"\u003efreshwater and saltwater\u003c\/strong\u003e environments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1696\" data-end=\"1699\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1701\" data-end=\"1743\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1705\" data-end=\"1741\"\u003ePerformance \u0026amp; Practical Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1744\" data-end=\"2120\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"1748\" data-end=\"1769\"\u003e30185Q3 connector\u003c\/strong\u003e is built to do one job — deliver clean, steady fuel to your engine without leaks or air intrusion. Its bayonet-style locking system ensures a firm seal, and the included barbed fitting makes for a quick, tight connection to your fuel line. The result is a smooth, reliable fuel supply that keeps your outboard running efficiently and easy to start.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2122\" data-end=\"2379\"\u003eThe corrosion-resistant brass and composite construction stands up to ethanol-blended fuels, salt exposure, and long seasons in the sun. It’s a dependable upgrade or replacement for older, worn connectors that may have started to loosen or leak over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2381\" data-end=\"2384\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2386\" data-end=\"2407\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2390\" data-end=\"2405\"\u003eWhy Buy OEM\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2408\" data-end=\"2810\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"2412\" data-end=\"2435\"\u003eQuicksilver 30185Q3\u003c\/strong\u003e is a \u003cstrong data-start=\"2441\" data-end=\"2472\"\u003egenuine Mercury Marine part\u003c\/strong\u003e, designed to match the original fittings used on older fuel tanks. Unlike universal connectors, it locks in firmly, aligns perfectly, and maintains proper fuel pressure for Mercury and Mariner outboards. Aftermarket options can lead to leaks, uneven flow, or poor sealing — problems that can strand you or damage your engine over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2812\" data-end=\"2986\"\u003eMercury OEM parts are built for real-world use: salt, sun, and constant vibration. It’s the right choice if you want the fit and performance your outboard was designed for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2988\" data-end=\"2991\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2993\" data-end=\"3006\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2997\" data-end=\"3004\"\u003eFAQ\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3008\" data-end=\"3134\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3008\" data-end=\"3058\"\u003eQ1: What tanks is this connector designed for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3058\" data-end=\"3061\"\u003eIt fits \u003cstrong data-start=\"3069\" data-end=\"3131\"\u003eearlier 6.6-gallon Mercury and Mariner portable fuel tanks\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3136\" data-end=\"3269\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3136\" data-end=\"3163\"\u003eQ2: What comes with it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3163\" data-end=\"3166\"\u003eIt includes a \u003cstrong data-start=\"3180\" data-end=\"3203\"\u003ebarbed hose fitting\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"3208\" data-end=\"3232\"\u003esnap-type hose clamp\u003c\/strong\u003e for a secure fuel line connection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3271\" data-end=\"3411\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3271\" data-end=\"3323\"\u003eQ3: Is it compatible with ethanol-blended fuels?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3323\" data-end=\"3326\"\u003eYes — it’s made from materials resistant to ethanol corrosion and fuel degradation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3413\" data-end=\"3575\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3413\" data-end=\"3447\"\u003eQ4: Why replace the connector?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3447\" data-end=\"3450\"\u003eOld connectors can leak, cause hard starts, or introduce air into the system. 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