Author Topic: Clear fuel tubing (Read 5930 times)

Mark · « **on:** June 10, 2008, 01:00:38 pm »

After reading all the posts referring to clear fuel lines on the pump, I find that even the dealer says its no longer available, and my local independant says they haven't seen it in years.

Anyone know of a source, or suitable substitute?
Tygon?
Regards,
Mark

jimfoo · « **Reply #1 on:** June 10, 2008, 01:08:57 pm »

I think I just used a section of clear PE(polyethylene) tube and clamped the rubber line over it. I did make some metal inserts so it wouldn't collapse from the hose clamps though.

zukgod1 · « **Reply #2 on:** June 10, 2008, 03:36:18 pm »

Dang, I was just at the local hose dealer and I cant remember what he called it.
I was looking for the same thing, I wanted clear for the 3.2mm returns on the injectors and for the supply and large returns as well.
Anyway he told me the name. I'll have to call him again tomorrow.

somepunk22 · « **Reply #3 on:** June 10, 2008, 05:31:17 pm »

Mcmaster

saurkraut · « **Reply #4 on:** June 11, 2008, 05:57:45 am »

The oem stuff is nylon. I recall reading somewhere that diesel will attack the Poly stuff.

Just like somepunk pointed out, you can order it directly from McMaster Carr. Its rock hard, just like the original stuff.

Here is the schmidt:

Part No. 8359K15
25' length: $12.50
Description: High-Strength Clear Nylon
Tubing .242" ID, 5/16"
OD, .035" Wall Thickness

You have to warm the ends up to get them to slide over the hose barbs. Heat the ends till they just start to get plyable, then firmly ram the hose onto the barbs.

Its allot easier if you take the barb nerds off the pump and filter housing.

Here it is on my 1.6TD:

saurkraut · « **Reply #5 on:** June 11, 2008, 06:24:30 am »

Here is some small diameter nylon that might work for the return lines. Might be a little stiff though. Its dirt cheap, so trying it won't be too expensive. Viton might be a better choise for the return lines.

Part Number: 8365K22

1-99 Ft. $0.61 per Ft.

100 or more $0.45 per Ft.

Type: High-Strength Clear Nylon Tubing

Material: Nylon 6

Shape: Single Line

Outside Dia.: 5 mm

Inside Dia.: 3 mm

Wall Thickness: 1 mm

Available Lengths: 25, 50, and 100 feet

Reinforcement: Unreinforced

Color: Clear

Maximum Pressure: 380 psi @ 75º F

Operating Temperature Range: -40º to +212º F

Bend Radius: 51 mm

Durometer: 80D (Hard)

Tensile Strength: 10,875 psi

For Use With: Air, Food, Fuel, Water

Sterilize With: Gas

Specifications Met: United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA)

FDA Specification: CFR21 177.1500

Compatible Fittings: Compression

Chemical Compatibility Link: 5112KAC

http://www.mcmaster.com/