Fuel line elbows

[JJinSC]

I have a question. I bypassed my fuel selector valve this season, because it stuck and then when I got it free it started sucking air. I ran the fuel line straight to the tank and removed this piece. (See picture). My question is, is there a functional purpose for these 90 degree elbows other than to keep the fuel line from crimping?

 

[dieselndoo]

You got, mang... For purposes of roomage, under the hull/seat

 

[JJinSC]

You got, mang... For purposes of roomage, under the hull/seat

I'm not sure what this means.

 

[Rabid]

Its you got it man or you got mange...lol

 

[mikidymac]

Yes he is saying they keep the hose from bending and crimping.