Fuel pump 'nipple' stuck in fuel line
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Fuel pump 'nipple' stuck in fuel line
I'm replacing the fuel pump and tank in an 87 5.0 L F150. I took out the back tank, everything went fine, but taking out the front pump, part of the 'nipple,' for lack of a better word, of the fuel pump broke off in the fuel line. It was rusted right through, and I guess it's rusted into the plastic line.<br><br>Can I get lengths of this line anywhere to replace it if I just cut it off? Or any ideas how to get this thing out? Thanks! 
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I'm betting that if you take the duckbill clamp out of the fitting, you should be able to remove the remainder of the fuel pump nipple with some judicious and careful twisting, thereby salvaging the fitting.
OTOH, you should be able to find a repair kit for that particular fitting at just about any parts store.
Pat
OTOH, you should be able to find a repair kit for that particular fitting at just about any parts store.
Pat
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Your local Ford dealer may still sell the fitting. I purchased one about 3 years ago.
You can also do a Google search. There are lots of companies selling the fittings for the nylon hose.
Example : Click on the URL below.
Ron Morris Performance: Stock Ford EFI Fuel Fittings & Fuel Line
Cut the old fitting off. Heat the nylon fuel line end using a pot of boiling water. Then push the hose barb of the new fitting on to the hose.
You can also do a Google search. There are lots of companies selling the fittings for the nylon hose.
Example : Click on the URL below.
Ron Morris Performance: Stock Ford EFI Fuel Fittings & Fuel Line
Cut the old fitting off. Heat the nylon fuel line end using a pot of boiling water. Then push the hose barb of the new fitting on to the hose.
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