Lee,
When I overhauled my PI system, I got a complete set of copper alloy fuel lines
from a UK. supplier, like Rimmer Bros. This kit was high quality and easy to
install. All pieces are precut and have the proper fittings installed. All I
had to do was use the old lines as a template and hand bend the new lines to
match. I highly recommend this approach. It's really low on the aggravation
scale and makes for a very clean, quick and smart installation. As a reminder,
you will have to drill out the fuel/brake lines clamps along the inside of the
frame; you can pop-rivet them back in place.
Good luck,
Dave Stauffacher
1970 TR6 PI
lee.k.janssen@lmco.com on 05/04/2000 12:22:01 PM
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Subject: PI high pressure fuel line suggestions
Any recommendations on what type of fuel line to use to transport the high
pressure fuel from the trunk to the fuel distributor for a PI system.
I plan on installing a new line (known to be rust free and clean) and use
the old line for the fuel return.
- Jegs has 0.035 aluminum line available in 25 foot lengths anyone have
experience with it for 100 psi fuel?
- Another rather bullet proof option is to simply purchase some stainless
tubing. The nice thing about stainless is that if you have a chaffing
problem the frame will wear through before the fuel line.
- A third option is plastic hydraulic tubing but I'm worried about its
suitability for handling fuel. I've had problems in the past using plastic
for the wrong application.
Thanks in advance to everyone who provides input.
Later
Lee
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