Any tricks for replacing the vapor canister vent hose?

[Nick082500HD]

2008 Silverado 2500HD:
Snapped the plastic tube of this vent hose while disconnecting the evap canister. This silly thing snakes along the right side of the gas tank behind the muffler heat shield. I had to cut it to get it out. Looks like the only way to replace it properly is to drop the tank ( I lifted the bed for access), which I don't want to do. Sure would appreciate a reply from someone who has replaced this bugger.
thanks,

 

[zora]

2008 Silverado 2500HD:
Snapped the plastic tube of this vent hose while disconnecting the evap canister. This silly thing snakes along the right side of the gas tank behind the muffler heat shield. I had to cut it to get it out. Looks like the only way to replace it properly is to drop the tank ( I lifted the bed for access), which I don't want to do. Sure would appreciate a reply from someone who has replaced this bugger.
thanks,

So before you cut it, it wasn't possible to splice another length of hose on to it.

 

[G-194318]

No. It broke at the face of the vertical cylinder that is part of the hose assembly.

 

[Nick082500HD]

Resolved this, finally, without dropping the tank. I cut out the old tube, then supported the tank with straps and a jack. removed the rear tank strap and push nuts holding the tank heat shield. I could then get my hands underneath the heat shield to install the new evap canister vent tube.