Re: Posible vapor lock solution?

Posted by BH On 2012/6/29 15:59:04

bhappy -

I respectfully disagree with your proposed rerouting of fuel through a rubber hose from the electric pump, back by the tank, all the way up to the carb.

Standard fuel hose doesn't last very long with these new fuels. Fuel injection hose or SAE 30R9 will, but would be rather costly over such a long run. Hose is really only needed at those points where flexing is known to occur.

If your thought is that rubber would insulate the fuel against heat, then why not get the cheapest fuel hose you can find that would fit over the steel tubing, slit it along its full length and slip it over the fuel line.

Of course, be sure the existing steel fuel line is free of leaks and properly routed, along the outside of the frame rail - replace as required.