Newer oxygenated fuel formulations are much more aggressive on rubber than
in the past. Failures are usually not catastrophic but are usually noticed
by the nose. Although the most common oxygenate has been banned for
environmental reasons it may be too late for your fuel lines. Ironically
the fuels were oxygenated in the first place to reduce pollution. Best
solution, but not cheapest or best looking is to get fuel lines designated
for higher pressure fuel injection systems. It is a multilayer, reinforced
construction with excellent fuel, heat and ozone resistance and will
probably last longer than you will.
-----Original Message-----
From: Erich <erich@mail.NGBM.COM>
To: <mgs@autox.team.net>
Date: Tuesday, January 30, 2001 12:39 PM
Subject: gas smell & braided fuel lines?
>Hello list,
> I have been away for a while and just returned a few days ago. I was
deiving my car a few days ago when it began to have starting problems. Drove
it to the store and back home, came out about 10 min later and the interior
smelled of gas. Checked the lines and did not see any leaks. I have also had
this smell the past few times I have filled the tank. The filler in the
trunk looks good and does not appear to be leaking.
>
>Any ideas on what it might be?
>
>The lines look like they are starting to go, so I am going to replace them.
A local mechanic said that he uses braided brake lines for fuel lines. Has
anyone heard of this, I would not think that the two were compatable. I am
not a big fan of braided lines, but he claims they last longer.
>
>
>Also, should Iworry about fuel leaking when I change them out? The car has
half a tank in it.
>
>Thanks,
>Erich Bruning -1980 MGB
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