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96 corvette fuel line rubber hoses connected to sending unit

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Old 05-15-2014, 04:46 PM
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Default 96 corvette fuel line rubber hoses connected to sending unit

Is there a way to replace or repair just the rubber hose portion of the fuel lines that clap on to the sending unit? I am referring to the hoses that have the clamps that are tightened with a flat head or small socket. One line has one clamp and the other two. The hose I need fixed is the one with the red/orange mark painted on it and has the two clamps. I do not want to have to replace the entire line when it is just the rubber portion that needs replaced. Btw, the entire fuel line has been discontinued so I could not even go that route if I had to. Ok. THanks for any help. Clear as mud right?
Old 05-27-2014, 09:07 AM
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Did you get anywhere with this? I have a 94 with a bad fuel pump. I opened it up yesterday to replace the fuel pump and in the process of trying to loosen the rubber fuel supply line by twisting it off have damaged the end.

I cut off the damaged portion but now it is too short. If I pull off the back bumper cover will I be able to reach where it transitions to metal line?

Can I safely use a coupler to add a section of new rubber line to extend the existing line? The fuel in that line must be at full pressure right? Whats the safest way to fix this?
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If I'm correct about which line you're describing (left of sending unit from rear of car) I replaced mine but noticed that the ends were different sizes. I slid the new hose (I used high pressure fuel injection hose) up the tube farther so I had a good seal. Also be careful when clamping so your fuel boot fits properly around the filler neck and seats correctly too.

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