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: Replacing fuel return line, body on frame, need some tips


Shawn
Jul 7th, 03, 2:25 PM
Stuff like the lines I usually let a shop do, I had the brake and fuel ones replaced already and now the return line needs it. I could save myself a lot of trouble if I can do this myself. I took a look underneath and it looks like a nightmare to do, especially without a lift. If I do decide to do it, chances are I can't run it through any of the clamps that hold it to the frame but that's alright. How do I get the old one out, just go at it at the spots I have to with a hacksaw? If there was an easier way to cut the old one I'd have it done in no time. Anyone have any experience with this stuff?

Shawn
Jul 7th, 03, 11:47 PM
Decided to go ahead and do it. I got the old line out ok, just a little tugging here and there to break it apart. I got the front half of the new one in but I'm having a heck of a time getting the back part in over the spring pockets and to the fuel tank. Hopefully I'll get it in tomorrow.

FO_FDYFO
Jul 8th, 03, 9:15 AM
i found it easier to do starting at the back first. but i have a lift, so it was not bad. i simpathize with you. good luck. you are just going to have a bend and resel with it i guess. graemlins/sad.gif

Shawn
Jul 9th, 03, 4:05 PM
It's done!! I managed to snake it through between the body and the frame in the rear wheelhouse and then hooked it up at the ends and secured it to the frame. That was a real PITA!! I'm glad it's done now, no more leaking gas. :cool: