What kind of connector is used for metal fuel pipes?
The most usual type of connector for metal fuel pipes on modern cars is a short length of rubber hose fitting over the pipe ends and secured by two hose clips. Sometimes there are no clips, and the connector is a push-on fit.
What kind of tubing do you use for fuel pipes?
But heat and oil can damage its rubber connectors. Special clear-plastic tubing, which is both flexible and oil and fuel resistant, is often used here, particularly where an original rubber hose has been replaced.
What happens when you have a fuel pipe blockage?
A total blockage will stop the car, but a partial one may only cause fuel starvation at high speed, which is hard to diagnose as there may be other causes. One clue is that the effect is often spasmodic. If you suspect a blockage, the quickest way to check is to free both ends of the pipe and blow through it.
What should I do if my fuel pipe is damaged?
Make sure any clips are correctly positioned. Do not overtighten them, particularly when they are wire clips, for these can cut through a hose. When a metal connector needs replacing, the pipe is generally damaged as well as the connector. If there is enough pipe, you can cut off the damaged section.
The most usual type of connector for metal fuel pipes on modern cars is a short length of rubber hose fitting over the pipe ends and secured by two hose clips. Sometimes there are no clips, and the connector is a push-on fit.
What kind of piping is used for fuel pipelines?
Use carbon steel piping material for interterminal pipelines (regardless of product) and for all portions of non-aviation turbine fuel systems. FRP may be used for underground pipe (not in concrete trenches) in ground vehicle fueling facilities. FRP is not to be used in aviation turbine fuel system applications.
What should I do when I check the fuel pipes?
Whenever you check fuel pipes, disconnect the battery to prevent stray sparks igniting petrol or petrol vapour. Above all, put out all naked lights and cigarettes. Use a torch rather than an inspection lamp, which could start a fire if the bulb is accidentally broken.
A total blockage will stop the car, but a partial one may only cause fuel starvation at high speed, which is hard to diagnose as there may be other causes. One clue is that the effect is often spasmodic. If you suspect a blockage, the quickest way to check is to free both ends of the pipe and blow through it.