What should I do if my fuel line is rusty?
The issue with rubber hose is that it will seep fuel if the outside of the steel line is rusty or has a rough uneven surface. Find a clean area with minimal rust. If you can flare the end, the connection with the hose will be more secure. Use the more expensive fuel injection clamps.
What can I use to replace metal fuel lines?
One option for replacing metal fuel lines is with a nylon tubing and specific fittings. Nylon tubing can be used for an entire length of fuel line or just a section. This option can be a cost-effective and time-efficient repair when pre-bent lines are not available.
Are there Rusty fuel lines on my Vitara?
The fuel lines on my 16V Vitara (Injection) are rusty. My car’s having an overhaul so I’m looking at replacing them. The fuel tank has already been replaced as I found a tiny rust hole in it and this is a modified car so it’s quite valuable to me. There are three steel fuel pipes running along the chassis from the rear tank to the engine bay.
Can a flexible fuel line replace a hard line?
Do not replace long runs of hard line with flexible fuel hose. Even the best fuel injection, low-permeation fuel line will have some amount of fuel vapor loss. Also, road debris can damage the line.
One option for replacing metal fuel lines is with a nylon tubing and specific fittings. Nylon tubing can be used for an entire length of fuel line or just a section. This option can be a cost-effective and time-efficient repair when pre-bent lines are not available.
The issue with rubber hose is that it will seep fuel if the outside of the steel line is rusty or has a rough uneven surface. Find a clean area with minimal rust. If you can flare the end, the connection with the hose will be more secure. Use the more expensive fuel injection clamps.
Can a 3 / 8 fuel line be cut by hand?
A 3/8 fuel line should be practically impossible to bend by hand, it’s obvious it’s made out of some cheap pot metal. The line also has an annoying bulge close to where the nut sits, that makes it impossible to cut the line short.
Where can I get a new fuel line?
Lines are available from aftermarket and new car dealer sources. This can be the most expensive and labor intensive option, but this option is the longest lasting repair, returns the vehicle to like-new condition and prevents a customer from coming back with another leak. This is not an option on all vehicles. Option 2: Bend your own lines.