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Old 03-01-2017, 10:24 PM
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Default Hard line from fuel pump to carb, who's got a list of needed parts?

I'm looking to replace my qjet with a quick fuel 750 double-pumper style, but I will not run rubber fuel hose unless it's at an absolutely necessary spot.

Is there a kit or a list of parts I need to buy to plumb my own line?

It doesn't need to be stainless, I've found that pretty hard stuff to work with. Also need to have an in-line filter added.

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Old 03-01-2017, 11:44 PM
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i am doing the same right now, after i get my stuff in and on i will share my setup if it works
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If you are considering the braided line route, I bet if you call Summit Racing and tell them what you are doing they can sell you the parts you need. I went into my local speed shop and they knew exactly how to make it happen.
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Nothing wrong with braided fuel hose. I bought a few feet and cut to length using AN-6 fittings made by Sniper. I also have a fuel regulator with one outlet port to the carb and the other port fitted with a fuel pressure gauge set to 6-1/4 psi (out of the box setting).
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If you want to do a steel line, get a copy of Lars' fuel line document that talks about how to bend your own with an inline filter. I did that on my old small block years ago.

If you want braided, make sure you get PTFE lined line. Otherwise, the deterioration of the lines caused by ethanol in the gas and new formulations will have you smelling gas in the garage and requiring replacement every two years. I ran traditional braided lines on my original big block swap and it stunk after two years. I am going on three years with 100% PTFE braided on my EFI install with no issues. I like the Goodridge 811 (stainless braid) and 910 (aramid braid). I happen to have both on my car since the fittings are interchangeable and I had to replace some lines when I change from a return to return-less system. Very easy to construct the lines as well.

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I used the braided stuff from Summit. It came out nice and has held up. But yes the hard line would probably be better.



view from underneath at the fuel pump





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Lars has an awesome paper on DIY steel line from pump or filter to carb. You would have to search for it or send him message.

Worked great for me.
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Current version of my "How to Build a Fuel Line" paper, which includes part numbers, is available from me via e-mail request.

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Or go with a 70-72 LT-1 fuel line and fuel pump.....bolts right on! Wilcox Corvette/Classic Tube can set you up.

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