Date: Tue, 10 May 2016 08:33:55 -0600
Reply-To: Jon VonOhlsen <jondvo@GMAIL.COM>
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From: Jon VonOhlsen <jondvo@GMAIL.COM>
Subject: Re: Frequency recommendation to replace Vanagon fuel gasoline
lines
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I redid all the hoses with the updated Continental fuel line, similar to
others like BMW, and used Oetiker high pressure clamps. These need a
special tool, but seem to work well and don't cut the fuel line. One
shot, though, these are not a screw type, just like OEM. Got a kit from
Belmetric.
Jon
On 5/9/2016 1:56 AM, John Rodgers wrote:
> I agree! Use the BMW 8mm hose and the stainless fuel hose clamps. Last time
> I did this I got my stuff from Van Cafe. The other list vendors probably
> carry this as well. When ordering, be specific. Those fuel hose clamps must
> have the rdges curled to the outside of the clamp so as not to cut the
> hose. Be sure thats what you are getting.
>
> John
> On May 9, 2016 02:39, "thewestyman" <zolo@foxinternet.net> wrote:
>
>> That's why I never used that crap. I use the BMW German 8 mm. It is
>> supplied by a wholesaler. Usually I buy 5 meter length.
>> Furthermore, I leave out the firewall connection and the plastic line and
>> go
>> straight to the fuel pump. And use stainless fuel line clamps.
>>
>> The original lasted 30 years mostly. It's time to change, of course. For
>> price expectation, I charge $250 all inclusive. It is about a 3.5 hour
>> job.
>> So, others should not ask much more either. It should last 20 years, I
>> think.
>>
>> Zoltan
>>
>>
>>
>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: Stuart Fedak
>> Sent: Sunday, May 08, 2016 5:46 PM
>> To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
>> Subject: Frequency recommendation to replace Vanagon fuel gasoline lines
>>
>> I have a 1986 VW Vanagon Westfalia GL camper 2.1 L 2WD auto. In 2013 I
>> replaced all the gasoline fuel lines with new German rubber gasoline line
>> ( fabric coated ) that was obtained from a local Canadian supplier. This
>> spring, I noted a leak where the line from the fuel pump splits to feed the
>> two sets of fuel injectors. The rubber gasoline line split from the end
>> where it was cut to length. The splits went into the area where the lines
>> were clamped, and then past the stainless clamps. I replaced that fuel
>> line and then yesterday the connection by the fuel pump was leaking. I
>> replaced that one and this morning the other line from where the fuel line
>> from the fuel pump splits to fed the two sets of fuel injectors was now
>> leaking.
>>
>> Questions: What is a normal life expectancy for fuel lines in the Vanagon?
>> Should these lines be replaced every 2-3 years? Are certain brands or
>> sources of fuel lines known to be better or worse. Will taping the ends of
>> the gasoline fuel lines slow up the splitting of the rubber? Could this be
>> caused by a fault with the fuel pressure regulator?
>>
>> Any other tips?
>>
>> I do not mind replacing these lines on a regular schedule. It is not a
>> difficult task to do as preventative maintenance, at home. Having a leak
>> or fire on the road is not good.
>>
>> Your thoughts?
>>
>> Stuart
>>
>> Sent by telegraphy via an analogue to digital interface to a rotary phone
>> to
>> my dialup 1200 baud modem. ☮ ☮ ☮ PEACE ☮ ☮ ☮=
>>
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