fuel line disconnect tool
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Burning Brakes
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From: Rockwall TX
fuel line disconnect tool
I've got a fuel filter for my 99 Vert ordered, and was wondering if anyone had any suggestions for the fuel line disconnect tool. I have been looking around (Ebay) and see a lot that say they are for Fords, and no Chevy's, but is that really the case? Anyway, just looking for some recommendations/suggestions from owners who have changed theirs. Already did the search. There are a number of them out there, but which ones do the job.
Thanks for the help!
Thanks for the help!
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Anyone of these will work just fine:
http://www.harborfreight.com/6-piece...ool-97576.html
http://www.harborfreight.com/4-piece...set-96834.html
http://www.harborfreight.com/3-piece...set-38732.html
Thanks,Matt
http://www.harborfreight.com/6-piece...ool-97576.html
http://www.harborfreight.com/4-piece...set-96834.html
http://www.harborfreight.com/3-piece...set-38732.html
Thanks,Matt
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You should be able to find one at any of the major auto parts stores too.
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Thanks MadMatt and Vetteman. appreciate the assistance. I actually looked at the HF ones today, but without having the new filter to see, and not having looked underneath the car so see what the line looked like as far as space went, wasn't sure, and what better place to get some help, but the Corvette Forum. Once again.
Thanks again,
Thanks again,
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Anyone of these will work just fine:
http://www.harborfreight.com/4-piece...set-96834.html
http://www.harborfreight.com/4-piece...set-96834.html
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If I remember correctly you don't need the tool. I think I just pushed in the tabs with my fingers since I couldn't get the tool up in there. I could be wrong since I own several cars that I work on. You will get drenched in gas though unless you wrap a shop rag around the filter to catch most of it.
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Definitely need the disconnect tools.. And the plastic ones actually work better for me than any others I've ever used on any vehicle.. And you can't even tell they are used after several uses. Just my experience though.
Useful tip. Do not start tugging on the line as you insert the disconnect tool. In fact, shove the lines onto the unit as much as possible while inserting the tool. This will free the latches easy. They won't budge if you are tugging on the line while trying to unlatch them.
Useful tip. Do not start tugging on the line as you insert the disconnect tool. In fact, shove the lines onto the unit as much as possible while inserting the tool. This will free the latches easy. They won't budge if you are tugging on the line while trying to unlatch them.
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As others have said, I bought mine at a local parts house, It was priced something like 9.95 and it was a kit with all the main sizes.
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If I remember correctly you don't need the tool. I think I just pushed in the tabs with my fingers since I couldn't get the tool up in there. I could be wrong since I own several cars that I work on. You will get drenched in gas though unless you wrap a shop rag around the filter to catch most of it.
Courtesy of Chicago1:
Relieve the pressure at the fuel rail up front first, then have a drip pan ready with the shop rag you mentioned for the 1/2 cup (~) of fuel that will spill out.
HTH
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Definitely need the disconnect tools.. And the plastic ones actually work better for me than any others I've ever used on any vehicle.. And you can't even tell they are used after several uses. Just my experience though.
Useful tip. Do not start tugging on the line as you insert the disconnect tool. In fact, shove the lines onto the unit as much as possible while inserting the tool. This will free the latches easy. They won't budge if you are tugging on the line while trying to unlatch them.
Useful tip. Do not start tugging on the line as you insert the disconnect tool. In fact, shove the lines onto the unit as much as possible while inserting the tool. This will free the latches easy. They won't budge if you are tugging on the line while trying to unlatch them.
I prefer a good quality plastic (nylon actually) tool due to the natural "lubricity" of nylon. They slide a bit easier. 
I bought a set made by Lisle. They work great.
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From '99 to early '03, you MUST use the removal tool for one of the three attached fuel lines. The other two are squeeze-and-release type.
Courtesy of Chicago1:
Relieve the pressure at the fuel rail up front first, then have a drip pan ready with the shop rag you mentioned for the 1/2 cup (~) of fuel that will spill out.
HTH
Courtesy of Chicago1:
Relieve the pressure at the fuel rail up front first, then have a drip pan ready with the shop rag you mentioned for the 1/2 cup (~) of fuel that will spill out.
HTH
Autozone and Advance both carry a clearish plastic lock assortment in case you screw one up removing it. The ones on my jeep crumbled and had me worried once upon a time.
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Definitely need the disconnect tools.. And the plastic ones actually work better for me than any others
Useful tip. Do not start tugging on the line as you insert the disconnect tool. In fact, shove the lines onto the unit as much as possible while inserting the tool. This will free the latches easy. They won't budge if you are tugging on the line while trying to unlatch them.
Useful tip. Do not start tugging on the line as you insert the disconnect tool. In fact, shove the lines onto the unit as much as possible while inserting the tool. This will free the latches easy. They won't budge if you are tugging on the line while trying to unlatch them.
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remember to relieve the fuel line pressure at the schraeder valve on the front off the drivers side fuel rail. it's like a tire valve, just hold a rag under it to soak up the gas and press the center with a screwdriver
