{"product_id":"universal-sprayless-connector-male-tank-fitting-fits-mercury-yamaha-honda-suzuki-johnson-evinrude-replaces-8838tm6","title":"Universal Sprayless Connector (Male Tank Fitting) – Fits Mercury Yamaha Honda Suzuki Johnson Evinrude (Replaces 8838TM6)","description":"\u003csection\u003e\n  \u003c!-- 🔧 Table Styles (include only once per page) --\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n  \/* Outer container allows horizontal scrolling (with iOS momentum) *\/\n  .ss-table-wrap { overflow-x:auto; -webkit-overflow-scrolling:touch; }\n\n  \/* Base table styles *\/\n  table.ss-table { width:100%; border-collapse:collapse; min-width:640px; }\n  table.ss-table th, table.ss-table td {\n    padding:10px 12px; border:1px solid #e5e7eb; text-align:left; vertical-align:top;\n  }\n\n  \/* Key: prevent wrapping, word breaks, and vertical text in headers *\/\n  table.ss-table th {\n    white-space:nowrap;       \/* Do not wrap *\/\n    word-break:normal;        \/* Don’t break words *\/\n    letter-spacing:normal;    \/* Prevent theme styles from stretching letters *\/\n    font-weight:600;\n    background:#f8fafc;\n  }\n\n  \/* Small screen optimization *\/\n  @media (max-width:480px){\n    table.ss-table th, table.ss-table td { padding:8px 10px; font-size:14px; }\n  }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eUniversal Sprayless Connector (Male Tank Fitting) – Fits Mercury Yamaha Honda Suzuki Johnson Evinrude (Replaces 8838TM6)\u003c\/strong\u003e is designed to eliminate fuel spray when connecting or disconnecting pressurized fuel hoses. Its integrated check valve automatically closes upon disconnection, providing a safer, cleaner experience for all outboard engines using a standard 1\/4\" NPT fuel tank fitting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThis connector is a direct replacement for Attwood 8838TM6 and SeaSierra 8838TM6.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eInstalls directly into standard 1\/4\" NPT fuel tank fittings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eFeatures a quick-connect design with an automatic check valve to prevent fuel spray.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eIncludes pre-applied fuel-grade thread sealant for a secure, leak-free installation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003ePart Number Matrix\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eUse this matrix to confirm equivalent references across OEM and aftermarket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c!-- 🧩 Table Structure Template (use for each table) --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ss-table-wrap\"\u003e\n  \u003ctable class=\"ss-table\" aria-label=\"Part Number Matrix\"\u003e\n    \u003cthead\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003cth\u003ePart Number\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/thead\u003e\n    \u003ctbody\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eAttwood\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e8838TM6\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n       \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eSeaSierra\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e8838TM6\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eEngine \u0026amp; Model Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eConfirm your engine model\/year in the table below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"ss-table-wrap\"\u003e\n  \u003ctable class=\"ss-table\" aria-label=\"Engine \u0026amp; Model Compatibility\"\u003e\n    \u003cthead\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003cth\u003eRated HP\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003cth\u003eStroke\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003cth\u003eYears\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003cth\u003eOEM Part No.\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003cth\u003eNotes\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/thead\u003e\n    \u003ctbody\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eMercury\/Mariner\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eAll models with standard 1\/4\" NPT fittings\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eAll\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e2 \u0026amp; 4-Stroke\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eAll\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eUniversal fit\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eYamaha\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eAll models with standard 1\/4\" NPT fittings\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eAll\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e2 \u0026amp; 4-Stroke\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eAll\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eUniversal fit\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n       \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eHonda\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eAll models with standard 1\/4\" NPT fittings\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eAll\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e4-Stroke\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eAll\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eUniversal fit\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n       \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eSuzuki\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eAll models with standard 1\/4\" NPT fittings\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eAll\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e2 \u0026amp; 4-Stroke\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eAll\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eUniversal fit\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n       \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eJohnson\/Evinrude\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eAll models with standard 1\/4\" NPT fittings\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eAll\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e2 \u0026amp; 4-Stroke\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eAll\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eUniversal fit\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdl\u003e\n  \u003cdt\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eUniversal Sprayless Fuel Connector (Male Tank End)\u003c\/dd\u003e\n  \u003cdt\u003eInstallation\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eScrews into standard 1\/4\" NPT fuel tank fittings\u003c\/dd\u003e\n  \u003cdt\u003eFuel Type\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eGasoline (including ethanol blends)\u003c\/dd\u003e\n  \u003cdt\u003eConnection\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003e1\/4\" NPT male thread\u003c\/dd\u003e\n  \u003cdt\u003eHousing Material\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003ePlastic body with metal components\u003c\/dd\u003e\n  \u003cdt\u003eHousing Color\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eBlack\u003c\/dd\u003e\n  \u003cdt\u003eWeight\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003e0.28 oz (7.9 g)\u003c\/dd\u003e\n  \u003cdt\u003eFitting Type\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eQuick connect with check valve\u003c\/dd\u003e\n  \u003cdt\u003eThread Size\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003e1\/4\" NPT\u003c\/dd\u003e\n  \u003cdt\u003eWarranty\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003e90 days from date of purchase\u003c\/dd\u003e\n  \u003cdt\u003eOther Technical Attributes\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003ePre-applied fuel grade thread sealant; Less than 0.25kPa restriction at 50 liters\/hour\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eWhat’s in the Box\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:#d0021b;\"\u003e1 x\u003c\/span\u003e Male Tank Connector (8838TM6)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003col\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eEnsure the engine is off and the area is well-ventilated. Disconnect any existing fuel lines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCarefully relieve any pressure from the fuel system before disconnecting old fittings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eUnscrew the old male connector from the fuel tank.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eClean the tank's threaded port to ensure a clean surface for the new sealant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eScrew the new Universal Sprayless Connector into the tank. The pre-applied sealant makes additional tape unnecessary.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eTighten by hand first, then use a wrench for a final quarter-turn. Do not overtighten, as this can damage the plastic housing or tank threads.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eConnect your fuel hose securely and check for any leaks before starting the engine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eTroubleshooting \u0026amp; FAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWill this connector fit my specific outboard model?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a universal connector designed to fit any outboard brand—including Mercury, Yamaha, Honda, Suzuki, and Johnson\/Evinrude—that uses a standard 1\/4\" NPT fuel tank fitting. Please verify your tank's thread size before ordering to ensure compatibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow does the \"sprayless\" feature work?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe connector contains an internal check valve. This valve automatically seals the opening when the fuel line is disconnected, preventing pressurized fuel from spraying out. This creates a safer and cleaner environment during refueling and maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eDo I need to add thread sealant or Teflon tape for installation?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. The connector comes with a pre-applied coating of fuel-grade thread sealant. This is designed to create a secure, leak-free seal upon installation without any additional products.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat are the signs of a failing fuel tank connector?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eCommon signs include visible fuel leaks around the fitting, a strong smell of gasoline, difficulty connecting or disconnecting the fuel line, or air getting into the fuel system (which can cause poor engine performance, stalling, or hard starts).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eIs this an OEM or aftermarket part?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis listing is an aftermarket replacement (not OEM). It is built to OEM-level specifications with comparable materials and manufactured in an ISO 9002 facility, where it is batch-inspected for consistency.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat are the shipping speed and cost?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe ship worldwide quickly—typical transit is 5–15 days. Standard shipping is free; expedited options appear at checkout where available.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat is the warranty and return policy?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis product is covered by a 1-year warranty against manufacturing defects under normal use. If any issues arise, please contact support with your order details. Returns are accepted within our standard window for unused items in their original condition. See our policy page or reach out for instructions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eSafety \u0026amp; Important Info\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eVerify images\/specifications vs your original part. If anything differs—even if your model appears compatible—do not purchase.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eThis is an aftermarket replacement, not an OEM component.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eProfessional installation is recommended for safety and performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eAbout Sea Sierra\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePro-Grade Standards\u003c\/strong\u003e — We supply marine parts engineered to OEM-level tolerances and tested for real-world conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFast Global Fulfillment\u003c\/strong\u003e — Free standard delivery to most regions in 5–15 days.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer-Direct Value\u003c\/strong\u003e — Fair pricing without compromising on materials or QC.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"SeaSierra","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50717901979963,"sku":"SS-2984","price":99.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/8673\/8747\/files\/SS-2984.png?v=1762937905","url":"https:\/\/seasierra.com\/products\/universal-sprayless-connector-male-tank-fitting-fits-mercury-yamaha-honda-suzuki-johnson-evinrude-replaces-8838tm6","provider":"SeaSierra","version":"1.0","type":"link"}