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I'm John, and welcome back to Gear up with Gregg's.
We all know that fuel is what keeps us going on the road,
but what happens when your fuel lines just aren't holding up?
Well today I'm going to talk to you about fuel lines, and how to know when to replace them.
Fuel hoses, commonly referred to as fuel lines, are the hoses or tubing in a vehicle's system
that deliver gas from the tank to the engine.
While they're built to last, they can dry out or crack and begin to leak over time.
So how can you tell if a fuel line is failing?
Well, there are a few symptoms that you can look out for.
Cracks: these are caused over time, when the tubing becomes dried out and begins to fracture.
A cracked tube will not be able to hold up to quick pressure changes,
and will be more susceptible to leaks.
Odor: Small leaks in the fuel tubing can cause the vehicle to emit fuel vapors,
which may cause a noticeable odor.
Small leaks will eventually grow into larger leaks, creating a serious issue.
Dripping: A leaky fuel line can also produce either drips, or in more serious cases, puddles
of fuel underneath the vehicle.
This will also cause a drop in fuel pressure.
If there's an issue with any part of your line, the best course of action is to replace
the whole thing, not just the damaged sections.
Brakequip FuelFlex tubing, fittings, and accessories will help you get back up and running in no time.
The FuelFlex tubing allows you to build a new fuel line from scratch,
or connect to previously installed fuel lines in your vehicle.
The tubing itself is available in 5/16", also referred to as 8mm or T8 in the industry,
as well as 3/8", which is also known as 10mm or T10.
The FuelFlex fittings are available in threaded end fittings,
as well as a number of connectors and adapters.
These fittings will allow you to: Attach a metal threaded end to your FuelFlex line,
Cut and mend a damaged FuelFlex line,
Connect a current rubber line in your vehicle to a FuelFlex line,
And, attach a FuelFlex line to a BrakeQuip quick connect fuel fitting.
The FuelFlex tubing can be attached to all of these fittings using BrakeQuip's 360 degree
tube clamps.
You can do this by lining up the fitting barb end to the end of the tubing you are using,
marking the area where the clamp will be connected, sliding the clamp onto the tubing, installing
the fitting you intend to connect, and giving the whole thing a simple pinch using
the professional hose crimp pliers.
Now you're connected with a positive seal!
Most modern vehicles have quick-connect fittings, but they're not all that quick.
After all, you still need a specialized tool to disconnect them!
However, the Brakequip quick-connect fittings are unique because they truly are quick.
whether you're connecting or disconnecting a fuel line no tool is required.
That's because the retainer, the plastic bit that holds the tubing in place,
is built into the connector.
This means that all you need to do to disconnect it is push in the tab and pull to release.
Just make sure that all the pressure has been relieved before loosening or removing any
components of your line.
Now, if you're splicing or adapting old metal fuel lines, you'll need a way to join them together.
Compression fittings are designed precisely for this.
They are made up of three components: the compression nuts, the compression sleeves,
and the union itself.
You start by sliding the nut onto the tube or pipe and then sliding the sleeve on behind it.
Push the union as far as it will go, and bring the nut and sleeve to the union,
threading the nut onto the union and tightening them together.
Tighten the nuts on both sides of the union to compress the sleeves and create a seal.
All fuel lines which are fastened to the body, frame, or engine are made of steel tubing.
If you're working with a steel line, you'll need to bend it.
A professional tube bender will allow for low-friction, smooth and scratch-free finish
on tight bends up to 180 degrees.
Or, if need a light weight solution for tight spaces,
these brake tube pliers are just the tool for the job.
Another common problem encountered in older vehicles is hard starting,
which is often caused by the failure of a fuel pump's internal check valve.
So that's why this pressure repair kit can be a real lifesaver.
This kit includes a check valve with installation fittings for steel, nylon, and rubber fuel lines.
Best of all, it can repair a system in fifteen minutes or less, with no need to drop the fuel tank!
But if you're not prepared to tackle your fuel lines as a D.I.Y. project, don't worry!
Our talented shop staff would be happy to help you out.
Here at Gregg's, we've got all the tools, parts, and knowledge for the job.
When it comes to automotive tubing, BrakeQuip's got you covered.
But, if you have any other questions, please don't hesitate to call us.
Or you can visit our website at greggdistributors.ca.
Again, I'm John, and thanks for joining me on another Gear up with Greggs.