Fuel Lines

[Huw Powell]

>>injection hose clamps mentioned.  I wouldn't use generic SAE rubber 
>>fuel hose.  It can't take the pressure.
> 
> That's what I've used and my BTDT tells me different, I've got 3 or 4
> mends on the 5KS, the oldest one going on at least 6 years and never a
> problem.  As long as it's fuel hose, and not vacuum or oil line.  Don't
> need the solid fuel injection hose clamps either, just the "German" ones,
> that aren't slotted, but have the teeth raised on the band.  Even if you
> have no options except the 'merican serrated clamps, you'll usually clamp
> the line far enough up the line that it won't make much difference if it
> cuts into the rubber a bit.  

I would also like to suggest using two clamps on each end.

> Also, a little bit of silicone is good to have handy to help push the
> hose onto the fuel line.

Isn't silicone *really bad* for O2 sensors?  Maybe a little engine oil 
would be a better choice of lube?  Or olive oil?

-- 
Huw Powell

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