Fuel Line

js72mav · 04-28-2013, 06:44 PM

What is the best type of fuel line to run from the pump up to the regulator, braided line, alum. hard line, etc? Thanks.

Lew Silverman · 04-28-2013, 08:34 PM

I've found the braided-line works best for me. The 1/2" aluminum that I used first was harder to bend properly, and difficult to secure to the chassis without deforming. Just my experience, but 20 minutes, two AN fittings and 6 insulated clamps drilled and screwed to the frame and I was done! And no pesky leaks either!

I also found a easy way to attach the fittings to the braided-hose. It's called a "Koul Tool", and it makes the job almost painless!

http://www.koultools.com/

Lew

j smith 4115 · 10-04-2013, 05:06 PM

lew do you have a good supplier for ( kool tool ) and part number. thanks jim

Sean Marconette · 10-04-2013, 05:28 PM

Look at the lightweight braided line, not the stainless braided stuff. Stay away from the hard lines, like aluminum. With vibration it will work harden the tubing and create potential cracking.

Sean

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js72mav Junior Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Posts: 31 Likes: 0 Liked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Fuel Line What is the best type of fuel line to run from the pump up to the regulator, braided line, alum. hard line, etc? Thanks.

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Lew Silverman VIP Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Newport News, VA Posts: 1,435 Likes: 371 Liked 129 Times in 59 Posts	Re: Fuel Line I've found the braided-line works best for me. The 1/2" aluminum that I used first was harder to bend properly, and difficult to secure to the chassis without deforming. Just my experience, but 20 minutes, two AN fittings and 6 insulated clamps drilled and screwed to the frame and I was done! And no pesky leaks either! I also found a easy way to attach the fittings to the braided-hose. It's called a "Koul Tool", and it makes the job almost painless! http://www.koultools.com/ Lew __________________ Lew Silverman #2070 "The Wagon Master" N/SA

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j smith 4115 Junior Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: kosciusko ms. Posts: 82 Likes: 0 Liked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Fuel Line lew do you have a good supplier for ( kool tool ) and part number. thanks jim

10-04-2013, 05:28 PM	#4
Sean Marconette Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Posts: 977 Likes: 794 Liked 275 Times in 76 Posts	Re: Fuel Line Look at the lightweight braided line, not the stainless braided stuff. Stay away from the hard lines, like aluminum. With vibration it will work harden the tubing and create potential cracking. Sean __________________ Sean Marconette 84 Mustang 5060 SS/N