Performance Fuel, Fluid, And Hydraulic Hard Line & Hose Kits

You should check fuel lines, connections, and fuel vents at least twice a year. If you notice any leaks, you need to fix them before starting and driving the vehicle due to the fire hazard that could result from use.

If a fuel line disconnect tool is not available or an option, you will need to make a tool that would match the shape and curve in order to get it to fit the connector. The tool will have to be able to slip between the connector and line in order to disconnect it.

If you have a leaking fuel line connector, the first and preferred option is to replace either the connector or the line that contains it. This will make replacement the easiest and most trouble-free connection. If this is not an option, safely disconnect the leaking connector and inspect it for the reason it is leaking. If it contains a seal that needs to be replaced, locate and repair the connection with a new one. Inspection will usually reveal why the connector is leaking. It is not recommended to use sealants or products that patch up a leak as these will not work for very long and could get into the fuel system and clog it or break, causing a potential fire hazard while driving. Race car fuel line may have an option to upgrade and replace the existing line.

Ideally, to fix a fuel line leak, you should replace the line or seals if it has them. If the line is rubber it will need to be replaced. If it is a hard line, there are a few options. If there is a break in the line that isn’t on the end, and it is low pressure, you can use a compression fitting . This works by cutting the line, cleaning the two ends created from the cut, and rejoining them together with the union. You can also use a flare tool to add tubing nuts or fittings and create a new connection. The third option, while not ideal, is to cut the line, flare the ends, and connect them with a rubber hose, using good clamps. This only works with low pressure applications. If possible, upgrading fuel lines that leak with performance fuel lines will offer a much safer and longer lasting connection.

If you need a sharp bend in a rubber fuel line and can't get a tight enough bend by hand, there are a few things that you can do. The first option is to try spiraling the hose to give you the entry and exit angles you need, if the space will allow it. You can also get a spring that will fit close to the outside of the hose which will allow you to bend it and make it more flexible without kinking. You can also fit a spring inside the hose to prevent the same thing but it may inhibit fuel flow. .

A JEGS expert is ready to answer your questions and help you find the JEGS fuel line that you require for your specific application.