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| jandro62 |
 Jun 28 2004, 03:51 PM
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I'm getting ready to replace the motor in my 914, and while everything is apart I'm considering pulling the gas tank (since its probably never been done) to inspect it/clean it. What are my options for fuel lines? is it possible to run hard line to the rear of the car? Should I switch to braided steel hose with AN fittings? any tips?
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| Rusty |
Jul 2 2004, 01:12 AM
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I'm not in complete agreement with L. McC. Just because something is 30 years old, doesn't necessarily make it a hazard. I have serious doubts that the few "burning 914" pictures around can be traced to center tunnel line failure.
That said... Yes, it can be done with a minimum of fuss. I did it, and used grommets at several places along the SS lines (in the center tunnel) to help reduce any vibration. After I pulled my center tunnel fuel lines, I was amazed at how pliable they still were. The ends that protruded into the engine compartment had been baked until they were brittle - but the line in the tunnel was in very good condition. I could have snipped them back, replaced with good fuel hose and left well enough alone. -Rusty (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smoke.gif) |
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jandro62 Fuel Lines Jun 28 2004, 03:51 PM
tod914 Nice Tech article on Pelican on that. I used 60" ... Jun 28 2004, 04:00 PM Joe Ricard I went with high presure FI hose 5/16" from pump t... Jun 28 2004, 04:18 PM lmcchesney The 30y/o plastic lines are a fire hazard. Pictur... Jun 28 2004, 06:57 PM jandro62 Thanks for the info. I've got a dual weber car... Jun 28 2004, 09:46 PM lmcchesney Pressure and cut resistance.
L. McC Jun 29 2004, 03:38 AM ClayPerrine :agree: Put in the steel lines! Having stood o... Jun 29 2004, 06:33 AM gskinner anyone here ever replace these lines w/ the engine... Jul 1 2004, 01:14 PM tod914 I did mine with the motor still in. Make sure the... Jul 1 2004, 01:52 PM gskinner Tod -
Thanks for the info. This project is stil... Jul 1 2004, 03:15 PM lmcchesney Rusty, you are correct. I should have said, "a po... Jul 2 2004, 02:29 AM Lawrence I think becoming parents helps that process along,... Jul 2 2004, 02:58 AM
tod914 I noticed the same with my tunnel lines. They wer... Jul 2 2004, 06:54 AM |
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