Date:         Mon, 6 Jul 1998 13:36:08 EDT
Reply-To:     GMBulley@AOL.COM
Sender:       Vanagon Mailing List <Vanagon@vanagon.com>
From:         GMBulley@AOL.COM
Subject:      Re: 87 rebuild update
Comments: To: Anthony.Kimmons@CHRON.COM, Vanagon@VANAGON.COM
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In a message dated 98-07-06 11:28:11 EDT, Anthony.Kimmons@CHRON.COM writes:

<<  Friday I noticed some leakage and bubbling of the line, so I decided not
to drive or even start it until I replace them...

 Anyone have advice on fuel lines? >>

I've seen un-Godly fuel leaks on my 914's (Bosch MPC and AFC injection) Angel
on my shoulder is the only reason I'm here--
Plus, having watched a 1976 bus erupt into flames and burn the motor to a
cinder, (I subsequently purchased the bus from the fellow for $75, fixed it
and drove it 45k, but that's a nuther story), anyway...REPLACE YOUR FUEL LINES
every few years. Use the real-deal, cotton-covered hose from a reputable
source. Replace any questionable clamps and fittings. Your fuel is pressurized
to about 30 psi and creates a scary fountain of fuel spray when there is a
burst line. If you can't recall when your hoses were replaced, schedule it
ASAP.

gmbulley
cary, nc