Replacing Bad Fuel Lines
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Replacing Bad Fuel Lines
OK, so I just replaced the side tank on my 1988 f250. When I took the old tank off each of the plastic fuel line connectors shed its o-ring.
There is no way to get the o-ring back in! (Plus I ended up breaking one of them).
I went to the ford dealer and they said that the part is now coded "improvise"!!! (So they can't get it). I probably couldn't afford new fuel lines anyway.
I found a repair kit online:
More Information for DORMAN 800054
However none of my local auto parts stores have this. Has anyone used this kit?
At one store the guy suggested(?) using a high pressure rubber hose. It was funny he basically did not recommend using rubber hose, but said the hose was rated for high pressure. The hose is pretty expensive $9/ft. Also, I am not sure if a hose clamp would be enough to keep it in place. Has anyone done this?
Thanks.
There is no way to get the o-ring back in! (Plus I ended up breaking one of them).
I went to the ford dealer and they said that the part is now coded "improvise"!!! (So they can't get it). I probably couldn't afford new fuel lines anyway.
I found a repair kit online:
More Information for DORMAN 800054
However none of my local auto parts stores have this. Has anyone used this kit?
At one store the guy suggested(?) using a high pressure rubber hose. It was funny he basically did not recommend using rubber hose, but said the hose was rated for high pressure. The hose is pretty expensive $9/ft. Also, I am not sure if a hose clamp would be enough to keep it in place. Has anyone done this?
Thanks.
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Rockauto shows that repair kit for around $12.00
The 3/8 size is used for the supply line.
5/16 size is the return line.
Note: Those locking clips come in the two different sizes.
Dorman 6 pack of clips. 800015 contains 3 Black clips 3/8 and 3 White clips 5/16.
Usually you can find the repair ends in the Help section at most auto part stores.
The Dorman kit you posted looks like it also comes with a hose barb to splice into the old line. To install you heat up a pot of boiling water. Dip the hose end into the water for a minute. Then shove the barb or fitting into the hose.
Click on the link below.
RockAuto Parts Catalog
The 3/8 size is used for the supply line.
5/16 size is the return line.
Note: Those locking clips come in the two different sizes.
Dorman 6 pack of clips. 800015 contains 3 Black clips 3/8 and 3 White clips 5/16.
Usually you can find the repair ends in the Help section at most auto part stores.
The Dorman kit you posted looks like it also comes with a hose barb to splice into the old line. To install you heat up a pot of boiling water. Dip the hose end into the water for a minute. Then shove the barb or fitting into the hose.
Click on the link below.
RockAuto Parts Catalog
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Well, I went to yet another auto parts store and got the repair kit. The fittings aren't exactly the same as the factory fittings, you need a tool to disconnect them (purchased separately of course). But I didn't get the tool as I don't plan to use it anytime soon. I'll never find it when I need it if I get it now!
The repair was very easy and the lines are holding. The fitting on the splice however does not inspire confidence. The hose is secured with a crimp style fitting. I would think a hose clamp would be better. The guy at the parts store said that I should not use a hose clamp (so I used the one in the kit).
Anyone ever had one of these splices pop?
The repair was very easy and the lines are holding. The fitting on the splice however does not inspire confidence. The hose is secured with a crimp style fitting. I would think a hose clamp would be better. The guy at the parts store said that I should not use a hose clamp (so I used the one in the kit).
Anyone ever had one of these splices pop?
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My local auto parts here in Ohio ( Car Quest Auto Parts ) carry something like I think your talking about. They have the ones that are shown here from rock auto as well. However they sell just the end. Its all plastic with a hose barb on the end. You heat the plastic line in hot water for a min or two slip the crimp ring on the tube and then push the tube on the barb I give it a min to cool and kind of shrink then crimp the ring on and call it a day. I have installed about 30 or so of them here over the last few years. Never had a problem with one.
I tried to find a picture of one online but no such luck.
I tried to find a picture of one online but no such luck.
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