What is everybody using for fuel lines?, that is avaliable locally |
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What is everybody using for fuel lines?, that is avaliable locally |
wayne1234 |
Nov 19 2009, 04:28 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 260 Joined: 6-April 09 From: indianapolis in Member No.: 10,238 Region Association: None |
Going for the fuel line replacement, what is available at local auto parts store, do I just use brake lines? I know you can order a stainless steel set from a vender (forgot who) but I'm looking for something local, because I'm going to tackle this tonight or tomorrow... Thanks guys..
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TravisNeff |
Nov 19 2009, 04:34 PM
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914 Guru Group: Members Posts: 5,082 Joined: 20-March 03 From: Mesa, AZ Member No.: 447 Region Association: Southwest Region |
You want metric FI hose. You can try a local bug shop.
Unless you mean tunnel lines, CFR makes those. You can also do 3/8 and 5/16 brake line in 60 inch lengths (75-76 cars use 3/8 for both). You'll need a tubing cutter to cut off the fittings and a tubing bender. |
tat2dphreak |
Nov 19 2009, 04:35 PM
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stoya, stoya, stoya Group: Benefactors Posts: 8,797 Joined: 6-June 03 From: Wylie, TX Member No.: 792 Region Association: Southwest Region |
FWIW, I used summit racing aluminum fuel line. easy to bend, and cheap.
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wayne1234 |
Nov 19 2009, 04:40 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 260 Joined: 6-April 09 From: indianapolis in Member No.: 10,238 Region Association: None |
oops, It is a carb set up, and yes in the tunnel
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detoxcowboy |
Nov 19 2009, 04:41 PM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 1,294 Joined: 30-January 08 Member No.: 8,642 Region Association: Africa |
Going for the fuel line replacement, what is available at local auto parts store, do I just use brake lines? I know you can order a stainless steel set from a vender (forgot who) but I'm looking for something local, because I'm going to tackle this tonight or tomorrow... Thanks guys.. use metric lines, I know nothing of your local area but I would not use american 5/16 or the other "pep boys,kragen or the like" equivalent to metric.. and at least where i am from so. cal. you ussually have to order the german lines or get them from an auto shop that is willing to sell as they buy bulk usually.. Hose is cheap and fuel leakes burns cars up and can injure not just you but the people driving and stareing and the guys have to put it out for you/.. Definately don't use brake hose for fuel lines or visa versa entirely different composition.. |
wayne1234 |
Nov 19 2009, 04:41 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 260 Joined: 6-April 09 From: indianapolis in Member No.: 10,238 Region Association: None |
So the MTEAL brake line is a bad idea?
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jt914-6 |
Nov 19 2009, 04:48 PM
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Driving & working on teeners 41 years Group: Members Posts: 1,786 Joined: 3-May 08 From: Bryant, Arkansas Member No.: 9,003 Region Association: South East States |
I used 3/8" brake lines from NAPA. It has worked out just fine. No leaks just like it would be if the same lines had brake fluid in them. To each his own on this. I plan on using stainless braided in the future (winter project), but for now the brake lines are fine. I'm only using one to my carbs...Here's a link that helped me.....
http://www.pelicanparts.com/techarticles/9...e_gas_lines.htm |
ConeDodger |
Nov 19 2009, 05:06 PM
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Apex killer! Group: Members Posts: 23,751 Joined: 31-December 04 From: Tahoe Area Member No.: 3,380 Region Association: Northern California |
NAPA does carry metric fuel EFI line. I use this for either carb or EFI. When it comes to fuel, overkill can keep you from getting killed.
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zymurgist |
Nov 19 2009, 05:25 PM
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"Ace" Mechanic Group: Members Posts: 7,411 Joined: 9-June 05 From: Hagerstown, MD Member No.: 4,238 Region Association: None |
I used 3/8" brake lines from NAPA. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/agree.gif) I would have bought CFR lines, but they were not yet available at the time. |
Dr Evil |
Nov 19 2009, 05:35 PM
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Send me your transmission! Group: Members Posts: 23,030 Joined: 21-November 03 From: Loveland, OH 45140 Member No.: 1,372 Region Association: MidAtlantic Region |
I used STEEL brake lines. It seems people think you wish to use flexible brake lines which is wrong. I know what you meant (IMG:style_emoticons/default/wink.gif)
Steel lines in 3/8 dia is all you need and they are dirt cheap. I have this done on my car (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif) |
wayne1234 |
Nov 19 2009, 05:40 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 260 Joined: 6-April 09 From: indianapolis in Member No.: 10,238 Region Association: None |
just got it thanks
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kenshapiro2002 |
Nov 19 2009, 06:24 PM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 1,443 Joined: 23-July 09 From: Bawlmer, MD Member No.: 10,598 Region Association: MidAtlantic Region |
Why not?
Going for the fuel line replacement, what is available at local auto parts store, do I just use brake lines? I know you can order a stainless steel set from a vender (forgot who) but I'm looking for something local, because I'm going to tackle this tonight or tomorrow... Thanks guys.. use metric lines, I know nothing of your local area but I would not use american 5/16 or the other "pep boys,kragen or the like" equivalent to metric.. and at least where i am from so. cal. you ussually have to order the german lines or get them from an auto shop that is willing to sell as they buy bulk usually.. Hose is cheap and fuel leakes burns cars up and can injure not just you but the people driving and stareing and the guys have to put it out for you/.. Definately don't use brake hose for fuel lines or visa versa entirely different composition.. |
azbill |
Nov 19 2009, 06:33 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 455 Joined: 26-July 04 From: Glendale, Az Member No.: 2,403 Region Association: Southwest Region |
I used steel brake lines in teh engine bay and copper in the tunnel connected with rubber FI hose. The setup has worked fine for several years with no problems. I'm running Jenvey throttle bodies.
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Dr Evil |
Nov 19 2009, 06:51 PM
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Send me your transmission! Group: Members Posts: 23,030 Joined: 21-November 03 From: Loveland, OH 45140 Member No.: 1,372 Region Association: MidAtlantic Region |
I would steer away from copper due to concerns over work hardening and the fact that the brake lines are so damn cheap.
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SirAndy |
Nov 19 2009, 07:15 PM
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Resident German Group: Admin Posts: 41,806 Joined: 21-January 03 From: Oakland, Kalifornia Member No.: 179 Region Association: Northern California |
I would not use american 5/16 or the other "pep boys, kragen or the like" equivalent to metric.. Why not? Because it's the wrong size ... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/shades.gif) I'm pretty sure he was talking about the soft rubber lines ... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/idea.gif) Andy |
kenshapiro2002 |
Nov 19 2009, 07:37 PM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 1,443 Joined: 23-July 09 From: Bawlmer, MD Member No.: 10,598 Region Association: MidAtlantic Region |
Pretty sure he was too. I hate to be unexacting but 8mm = .310" and 5/16" = .3125". Close enough for me. Even the 10mm (.39) is pretty close to 3/8" (.375).
How come Chris makes 3/8" or 5/16" lines? How come everybody is recommending SAE sized brake lines for fuel lines? Really...just asking. The nipple off of my tank is 10mm and will go to a 3/8"fitting on my fuel pump. What would you do? I'm using 3/8" line. I would not use american 5/16 or the other "pep boys, kragen or the like" equivalent to metric.. Why not? Because it's the wrong size ... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/shades.gif) I'm pretty sure he was talking about the soft rubber lines ... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/idea.gif) Andy |
SirAndy |
Nov 19 2009, 09:44 PM
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Resident German Group: Admin Posts: 41,806 Joined: 21-January 03 From: Oakland, Kalifornia Member No.: 179 Region Association: Northern California |
What would you do? I was born metric so i'm probably the wrong guy to ask that question as you will not like my answer ... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif) Andy |
underthetire |
Nov 19 2009, 10:05 PM
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914 Guru Group: Members Posts: 5,062 Joined: 7-October 08 From: Brentwood Member No.: 9,623 Region Association: Northern California |
I would not use american 5/16 or the other "pep boys, kragen or the like" equivalent to metric.. Why not? Because it's the wrong size ... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/shades.gif) I'm pretty sure he was talking about the soft rubber lines ... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/idea.gif) Andy 5/16 is the same as 8mm. Withn .002 of an inch. I would bet money the CFR lines are 5/16 stainless. I use 5/16 brake line on FI with no problems. 6 mm is the one not to use 1/4 on. .014 difference. |
JazonJJordan |
Nov 19 2009, 10:19 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 340 Joined: 6-June 09 From: Atlanta-Augusta, Georgia area Member No.: 10,446 Region Association: South East States |
This is from 914 Info at the top of our web page, under technical articles- by Clay,
third from the top for the SS procedure although I have never worried about steel brake line hardening or failures. I will use steel myself. -Jordan- http://www.914world.com/specs/tech_art.php Going for the fuel line replacement, what is available at local auto parts store, do I just use brake lines? I know you can order a stainless steel set from a vender (forgot who) but I'm looking for something local, because I'm going to tackle this tonight or tomorrow... Thanks guys.. |
kenshapiro2002 |
Nov 20 2009, 05:42 AM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 1,443 Joined: 23-July 09 From: Bawlmer, MD Member No.: 10,598 Region Association: MidAtlantic Region |
Don't wimp out on this...if you were born metric you;re exactly the one to answer...how would you go from a 10mm nipple to a 3/8" nipple? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/idea.gif)
What would you do? I was born metric so i'm probably the wrong guy to ask that question as you will not like my answer ... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif) Andy |
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