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January 05, 2008, 11:52:00 am

mtnbob

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Fixing my fuel lines- How do I purge the air out of the line
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I am repairing the splits in the two fuel lines under my car. Once I get them repaired, do I need do do anything special to get the air out of the lines? They have completely drained of diesel.
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Robert
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Reply #1January 05, 2008, 12:09:14 pm

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Fixing my fuel lines- How do I purge the air out of the line
« Reply #1 on: January 05, 2008, 12:09:14 pm »
As long as the fuel filter is full you should be ok. You'll probably notice some power loss as the lines work themselves clear of air
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Reply #2January 05, 2008, 12:12:08 pm

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« Reply #2 on: January 05, 2008, 12:12:08 pm »
thanks for the quick answer. the weather is looking good outside for once in a few weeks, and i'm heading out to finish it up. 8)  54 degrees F and sunny :D
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Reply #3January 06, 2008, 05:44:09 pm

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Fixing my fuel lines- How do I purge the air out of the line
« Reply #3 on: January 06, 2008, 05:44:09 pm »
I have a outboard boat gas bulb primer installed after the filter and before the I.P. works great! cheap too! and it will tell me if i have blockage or i need a fuel filter change it will collaps when the engine is running!
so i highly recomend one for everyone!
thanks Duane
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