[T2] fuel line

[T2] fuel line

Bob Pratt ka1dza at verizon.net
Mon May 14 13:57:02 PDT 2018


Thank you all for your suggestions!

Bob

> On May 14, 2018, at 4:52 PM, c.dreike <c.dreike at verizon.net> wrote:
> 
> You could use compression fittings on 1/4" dia tubing. I used some stainless in my bus to replace the original steel tube from the fuel pump back towards the tank. You know, the piece that gets cut by the engine tin and makes fire.
> The SS tubing had a slightly thicker wall and I ended up with a vapor lock on a hot day. Went back to the original tube. So, be careful about the tubing wall thickness. Also copper is a great heat conductor and maybe vapor lock would be more likely as a result. YMMV
> 
> Cheers,
> Chris
> 64DD Kamper Kit
> 
>> On 5/14/2018 1:11 PM, Bob Pratt wrote:
>> 
>> Bob
>> Has anyone used copper tubing and fittings for their fuel lines. If so, how do you go about it. I've seen it done in several VWs I've looked at over the years, but I don't know where to start.
>> Thanks
>>> On May 13, 2018, at 3:02 PM, david raistrick <keen at icantclick.org> wrote:
>>> 
>>> which isnt something one can generally buy.  the braided line works fine for a few years, which is all it was ever good for.
>>> 
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>>>> On May 13, 2018, at 2:54 PM, Dan Bessom <grtfldan at gmail.com> wrote:
>>>> 
>>>> The braided line is not to be used with today’s fuel. Needs to be 30r9 or better.
>>>> Dan
>>>> 
>>>>> On Sun, May 13, 2018 at 2:38 PM david raistrick <keen at icantclick.org> wrote:
>>>>> the usual braided line is still the best.  1/4 fuel injection line from the flaps as a make-do....
>>>>> 
>>>>> 
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>>>>>> On May 13, 2018, at 2:11 PM, Ric Jablonski <ricjablonski at gmail.com> wrote:
>>>>>> 
>>>>>> Upright engine. Gas smell. Just noticed one braided line is saturated. Very
>>>>>> lucky I was not driving.
>>>>>> 
>>>>>> What is the consensus on the best replacement fuel line that will be
>>>>>> readily available. Anyone remember the size right off?
>>>>>> 
>>>>>> Ric
>>>>>> 
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