This is actually something I haven't had to deal with yet, surprisingly, and I've realized I have some questions before attempting to replace the metal fuel lines on the wagon. I'm only looking at replacing the metal lines at this time because there doesn't seem to be anything wrong with the flexible sections at either end.
Are the supply and return lines both 5/16"? I could just go look and measure, but maybe it's on the tip of someone's tongue already.
How does one go about remaking the original style "bump" on the new metal line so it will properly mate with the original flexible lines that use the duckbill clips? I understand the actual sealing action is being done by an O-ring around the line between the end of the line and the bump, thus, using a flaring tool to just put the bump on the end of the line will not work because the bump has no sealing value.
The point about remaking the bump on the lines is making me question if perhaps it would be best to just go rubber line for the entire length of the car. I assume there's a reason Ford didn't do this originally though. That brings with it other challenges like how to secure it, and what to secure it to, so it won't chafe through within a year or so.
Also wondering about the option of finding a vehicle that's about the right length in the junkyard, and taking used plastic fuel lines from it. Thinking maybe rear tank lines off a dual tank F-series truck. They would be about the right diameter to fit into whatever retainers are being used for the 5/16 metal lines. Or so I think.
Are the supply and return lines both 5/16"? I could just go look and measure, but maybe it's on the tip of someone's tongue already.
How does one go about remaking the original style "bump" on the new metal line so it will properly mate with the original flexible lines that use the duckbill clips? I understand the actual sealing action is being done by an O-ring around the line between the end of the line and the bump, thus, using a flaring tool to just put the bump on the end of the line will not work because the bump has no sealing value.
The point about remaking the bump on the lines is making me question if perhaps it would be best to just go rubber line for the entire length of the car. I assume there's a reason Ford didn't do this originally though. That brings with it other challenges like how to secure it, and what to secure it to, so it won't chafe through within a year or so.
Also wondering about the option of finding a vehicle that's about the right length in the junkyard, and taking used plastic fuel lines from it. Thinking maybe rear tank lines off a dual tank F-series truck. They would be about the right diameter to fit into whatever retainers are being used for the 5/16 metal lines. Or so I think.
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