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Jan 7, 2013 | 09:35 PM

#16

dn29626

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From: South Carolina

3/8 compression fitting & short 3/8 metal line for pick-up (replaced plastic boot)
5/16 compression fitting & 5/16 metal line for return.

You will use less than 6 inches of 3/8 line for the pick-up and i suggest about 12 inches of 5/16 for the return.

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Originally Posted by F350long

So......just the pipe like in the picture?...

Yes. That is in my tank.

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Originally Posted by cutlass

1)...the picture is too small for me to see the end of your fuel pick-up tube. Did you flare the end of that tube...
2)...Also, how long did you end up extending the fuel pick-up tube from the circular plate on the top of the tank?...
3)...What distance from the bottom of the tank did that leave the end of the pick-up tube?...
Thanks,
Drake

1) The lines are metal brake lines so they have the flare already (you cut off one end).
2) To get the distance, lay a straight edge across the opening of the tank, going through the opening-touch the bottom using a tape measure or yard stick, take note of the measurement to the straight edge (similar to that shown on Guzzles site), subtract about 1/4 inch. You have your number.
3) About 1/4 inch.

Jan 7, 2013 | 09:45 PM

#17

gengine

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The easiest way to get at the top of the fuel tank, is to raise the bed. I remove the bolts on the passenger side, then put two of them in about 1/2", then remove the bolts on the drivers side, disconnect filler tube, and in some cases, unplug the wiring harness from frame to bed, then lift and block really well. I can't imagine it would feel good if the bed came down. This way, if your tank is full, you don't have to have a strong son to help ya! Sorry BWST, had to take a jab...welcome to FTE!

Jan 7, 2013 | 09:46 PM

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cutlass

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Quote:

Originally Posted by dn29626

Yes. That is in my tank.

1) The lines are metal brake lines so they have the flare already (you cut off one end).
2) To get the distance, lay a straight edge across the opening of the tank, going through the opening-touch the bottom using a tape measure or yard stick, take note of the measurement to the straight edge (similar to that shown on Guzzles site), subtract about 1/4 inch. You have your number.
3) About 1/4 inch.

When you measured distance from top to bottom of tank, did the tank have any fuel in it at all as it lay across any support on both ends allow the natural 'bow' in the bottom of the tank that would occur when it is full of fuel?

Also, does not having a fuel pick-up foot cause any issues with air intrusion when the tank is low on fuel?

Thanks,
Drake

Jan 7, 2013 | 09:56 PM

#19

Crewcab Turbo

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From: Marseilles IL

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Originally Posted by gengine

The easiest way is to lift the bed like this. My tank was 3/4 full at the time.

Jan 7, 2013 | 10:08 PM

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dn29626

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From: South Carolina

Quote:

Originally Posted by cutlass

1)...When you measured distance from top to bottom of tank, did the tank have any fuel in it at all as it lay across any support on both ends allow the natural 'bow' in the bottom of the tank that would occur when it is full of fuel?

2)...Also, does not having a fuel pick-up foot cause any issues with air intrusion when the tank is low on fuel?

Thanks,
Drake

1) I was so concerned about getting it right that my tank was almost empty, but i attempted to flex the tank a number of times, very little movement. I also took note of the locations of the holding straps, very little room to bow or bulge.
If you are concerned about getting too close to the bottom, bend an angle into the 3/8 tube to lay against or near the bottom and not straight down.
2) Never had an air intrusion issue with this in my tank.

I have purposely driven my truck 75 miles after the low fuel light came on. I think i am OK.

Jan 7, 2013 | 10:24 PM

#21

cutlass

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Quote:

Originally Posted by dn29626

1) I was so concerned about getting it right that my tank was almost empty, but i attempted to flexed the tank a number of times, very little movement. I also took note of the locations of the holding straps, very little room to bow or bulge.
If you are concerned about getting too close to the bottom, bend an angle into the 3/8 tube to lay against or near the bottom and not straight down.
2) Never had an air intrusion issue with this in my tank.

I have purposely driven my truck 75 miles after the low fuel light came on. I think i am OK.

Thanks David! I tried to rep you but was shot down.

What is the deal? I have been rejected the past 5 times I've tried to rep someone. What does it take to rep someone? Can someone explain to me how this works specifically?

Drake

Jan 7, 2013 | 11:33 PM

#22

PaysonPSD

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From: Payson, AZ

Here's my tip on the FRX install.

Instead of removing the fuel bowl bolts to get some room to maneuver the return line remove the single bolt that holds the supply and return line bracket to the block. It's right next to the battery ground cable. You get just the play you need. That fuel bowl bolt close to the EBPS bracket is a PITA.

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Jan 8, 2013 | 05:12 AM

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dn29626

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From: South Carolina

Quote:

Originally Posted by cutlass

...Thanks David! I tried to rep you but was shot down.

What is the deal? I have been rejected the past 5 times I've tried to rep someone. What does it take to rep someone? Can someone explain to me how this works specifically?

Drake

I appreciate you trying.

I do not know the rep rules.
I have not been shot down. I know to click on the red heart, another window opens, type your reason for the rep and click the accept tab.
I expect that is what you did.