Check those fuel pipes ....
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Glad I caught this one leaking before it was too late, the flexible pipe at the engine end looked in fine condition but just started to spray fuel onto the exhaust and number 8 spark plug. Never jumped so fast to turn off the car....
The car's only done 30 odd K, but the car is a 96 - do these pipes have a shelf life?
The car's only done 30 odd K, but the car is a 96 - do these pipes have a shelf life?
crackedfinger said:
Glad I caught this one leaking before it was too late, the flexible pipe at the engine end looked in fine condition but just started to spray fuel onto the exhaust and number 8 spark plug. Never jumped so fast to turn off the car....
The car's only done 30 odd K, but the car is a 96 - do these pipes have a shelf life?
Speaking of fuel pipes what is the replacement spec and where is the best place to buy it The car's only done 30 odd K, but the car is a 96 - do these pipes have a shelf life?
This is what I use
Plus you'll need these
However, with braid it is a bugger with flanged pipes to fit the correct end fittings. The only one I haven't done is the one over the bellhousing as I couldn't get hands in to do it.
Take care cutting it, always make sure you tape it and then cut it with a new junior hacksaw blade. Mind the wires, tidy the ends up and then twist the fittings on carefully.
Many will prefer using standard rubber pipes, but I know you'll prefer a little bling where you can get it Pasco. I did and they do look ten times better, harder to work with, and you do have to make sure the fittings are on properly and they don't rub on stuff, but overall worth the extra IMHO.
Plus you'll need these
However, with braid it is a bugger with flanged pipes to fit the correct end fittings. The only one I haven't done is the one over the bellhousing as I couldn't get hands in to do it.
Take care cutting it, always make sure you tape it and then cut it with a new junior hacksaw blade. Mind the wires, tidy the ends up and then twist the fittings on carefully.
Many will prefer using standard rubber pipes, but I know you'll prefer a little bling where you can get it Pasco. I did and they do look ten times better, harder to work with, and you do have to make sure the fittings are on properly and they don't rub on stuff, but overall worth the extra IMHO.
Edited by Johno on Sunday 19th April 21:49
Johno said:
This is what I use
Plus you'll need these
However, with braid it is a bugger with flanged pipes to fit the correct end fittings. The only one I haven't done is the one over the bellhousing as I couldn't get hands in to do it.
Take care cutting it, always make sure you tape it and then cut it with a new junior hacksaw blade. Mind the wires, tidy the ends up and then twist the fittings on carefully.
Many will prefer using standard rubber pipes, but I know you'll prefer a little bling where you can get it Pasco. I did and they do look ten times better, harder to work with, and you do have to make sure the fittings are on properly and they don't rub on stuff, but overall worth the extra IMHO.
Thanks for that Bro Plus you'll need these
However, with braid it is a bugger with flanged pipes to fit the correct end fittings. The only one I haven't done is the one over the bellhousing as I couldn't get hands in to do it.
Take care cutting it, always make sure you tape it and then cut it with a new junior hacksaw blade. Mind the wires, tidy the ends up and then twist the fittings on carefully.
Many will prefer using standard rubber pipes, but I know you'll prefer a little bling where you can get it Pasco. I did and they do look ten times better, harder to work with, and you do have to make sure the fittings are on properly and they don't rub on stuff, but overall worth the extra IMHO.
Edited by Johno on Sunday 19th April 21:49
Braiding is worth while for hoses that are at risk of mechanical damage. For anything else it's a backwards step since it prevents any damage/aging of the hose from being visible. It's also very easy to get a braided hose fitting that looks fine but isn't actually secure, and I've even seen fuel hoses that were literally only held in place by the braiding (the hose clamp missed the rubber completely).
I view braided hoses in the engine bay as form over function and not a good idea.
I view braided hoses in the engine bay as form over function and not a good idea.
Edited by GreenV8S on Sunday 19th April 22:22
I got my new rubber fuel lines from the local engineers supplies place.
I took the old hoses in, just in case they were something special, but they aren't, just standard stuff to fit an 8mm internal diameter
Its 5/16 fuel hose and 8mm copper tube which is the same as the microbore from a plumbing supplier.
The bit from the tank to the pump is bigger but I think. I can't remember for certain but I could check if anyone is interested.
I took the old hoses in, just in case they were something special, but they aren't, just standard stuff to fit an 8mm internal diameter
Its 5/16 fuel hose and 8mm copper tube which is the same as the microbore from a plumbing supplier.
The bit from the tank to the pump is bigger but I think. I can't remember for certain but I could check if anyone is interested.
Barreti said:
The bit from the tank to the pump is bigger but I think. I can't remember for certain but I could check if anyone is interested.
On my V8S it's 5/8" from the tank to the pump, but with a reducer taking it down to 1/2" just before the pump. Then 3/8" out to the filter and onwards. I expect that the Griffith / Chimaera are similar, but ymmv.Bought mine from this web site while back:
http://www.vehicle-wiring-products.eu/VWP-onlinest...
Went for the braided with vain hope it would last longer in the heat for the tight bend, and they sell the bigger pipe for the tank to pump, you don't need much for that bit!
http://www.vehicle-wiring-products.eu/VWP-onlinest...
Went for the braided with vain hope it would last longer in the heat for the tight bend, and they sell the bigger pipe for the tank to pump, you don't need much for that bit!
GreenV8S said:
Barreti said:
The bit from the tank to the pump is bigger but I think. I can't remember for certain but I could check if anyone is interested.
On my V8S it's 5/8" from the tank to the pump, but with a reducer taking it down to 1/2" just before the pump. Then 3/8" out to the filter and onwards. I expect that the Griffith / Chimaera are similar, but ymmv.The routing of these pipes across the bellhousing, along the back of the gearbox etx means there's all sorts of places where they can rub.
Anything fitted poorly is going to be a liability from wheels to braided hoses, doesn't mean you shouldn't use it, just make sure you understand it before hand.
I replaced mine earlier this year with 70k+ miles on them and 8yrs old and they were fine, no cracks or deterioration, so I'm hardly worried about them deteriorating if I were to change them in another 5yrs or so.
Other cars will vary of course.
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