nylon fuel line repair instructions

by Prof. Vida Stokes Published 3 years ago Updated 3 years ago

1987 – 1991 Ford F-250 / F-350 Nylon Fuel Line Repair

All models: Place rags under the fuel line to prevent unnecessary spillage of fuel. Fuel injected models: Relieve the...
With a razor knife, cut out the damaged part of the line, making sure that the cut is square and free of ragged edges.
Use a heat gun to soften one of the cut edges enough to allow you to...

Part of a video titled BEST ways to repair dorman nylon plastic fuel line tubing

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And if you can't get it all the way on go ahead and put it back into the boiling water and press itMoreAnd if you can't get it all the way on go ahead and put it back into the boiling water and press it on that way the method I actually prefer is a hair dryer. So you heat it up and then once it's soft.

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What is a nylon fuel line repair kit?

Dorman's Nylon Fuel Line Repair Kit includes all the professional, quality-made tools and parts you need to get fuel line repairs done quickly and efficiently. Kit features professional- quality tool with ergonomic clamp-type grip Innovative clamp-block design makes joining nylon to nylon barbed fittings easy

How to repair nylon line on a car?

Mostly all auto parts stores sell a repair kit capable of repairing any size nylon line. It consists of two opposing blocks with multiple size holes for any size line, a gun to hold the blocks, and a nylon-tubing cutter.

How do you fix a broken fuel line on a car?

Remove the broken fuel line using the tubing cutter. Make the cut as far back as necessary so there are at least 3 inches of straight line to install the compression fitting. Purchase the necessary length of fuel line and one compression fitting if replacing the line to the fuel filter. Purchase two compression fittings for a fuel line section.

How do you oil a fuel line connector?

Place a small amount of oil on the tapered connector and place the connector end in one side of the fuel line. Squeeze the handle on the tool, bringing both blocks together, and align the connector with the opposing fuel line. Squeeze the handle until the connector is fully seated on all three steps in both ends of the fuel line. Remove the tool.

How do you fix a broken plastic fuel line?

0:062:51plastic fuel line repair for gm,chrysler and ford - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipLine this barbed splice to repair a fuel line on a GM Chrysler with these hard plastic lines.MoreLine this barbed splice to repair a fuel line on a GM Chrysler with these hard plastic lines. Basically that's what you end up with at the end. You get these I already cut this in the length home

How do you join plastic fuel lines?

3:227:27Repairing Damaged Fuel Lines with BrakeQuip - Gear Up With Gregg'sYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipYou can do this by lining up the fitting barbed end to the end of the tubing you are using marking.MoreYou can do this by lining up the fitting barbed end to the end of the tubing you are using marking. The area where the clamp will be connected sliding the clamp onto the tubing.

How do you fix a cracked fuel line?

0:2110:40How To Fix Leaking Fuel Lines | ALL Makes And Models - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipWe have four compression fittings we have a tubing cutter. We have a pick or you can use aMoreWe have four compression fittings we have a tubing cutter. We have a pick or you can use a screwdriver whatever the case we're gonna be using a little hacksaw for metal.

How do you use nylon fuel union?

1:5914:50Gasoline Leak? Easy DIY Nylon Fuel Line Repair - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipAlso by Dorman these nylon fuel line press fittings these are for 3/8 fuel line and it's simply aMoreAlso by Dorman these nylon fuel line press fittings these are for 3/8 fuel line and it's simply a matter these unions are just simply a matter of pressing.

How do you soften nylon hose?

Boiling water usually works, but don't dip too much of the end into it else you no longer have a stiff tube to push, it also takes a minute in the water to soften it.

How do you fix a nylon hose?

0:572:25How To Make and Repair Nylon Coiled Hoses - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipI like to drop the whole thing in a cup of water that I heated on a microwave. Just to make it aMoreI like to drop the whole thing in a cup of water that I heated on a microwave. Just to make it a little more pliable. Then when you put it back on the vise the hose pulls.

Can JB Weld be used on a fuel line?

When fully cured, J-B Weld is completely resistant to water, gasoline, and about every other petroleum product or automotive chemical.

How do you seal a leaking fuel line?

2:5514:16Fuel Line Leak Quick Cheap Fix - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipWork the way I fixed these things before. I get some pieces of braided fuel line rubber stuff nowMoreWork the way I fixed these things before. I get some pieces of braided fuel line rubber stuff now this is rated for gasoline so it's right on a fuel injection hose. And you can't run excessively long

Is epoxy resistant to gasoline?

Loctite Epoxy Weld does not shrink and is resistant to most shop fluids such as water, diesel fuel, gasoline, antifreeze, hydraulic fluid, motor oil and transmission fluids.

Can nylon fittings be used with gasoline?

NYLON FITTINGS Nylon is resistant to a broad range of chemicals including most agricultural chemicals, ammonium compounds, detergents, diesel fuel, ethanol, gasoline, hexane, magnesium sulphate, most sodium compounds, trichloroethylene, and zinc sulphate.

How do you install nylon tubing?

1:223:35Nylon Fuel Line Repair Tool - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipTo do the angle fittings at 90 degree angle fittings you need to switch out the clamps. Before youMoreTo do the angle fittings at 90 degree angle fittings you need to switch out the clamps. Before you install the jaws.

How do you connect nylon gas line to steel line?

2:3613:42How to replace, fix or repair a steel or nylon gas fuel line leak - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipSo this is God this has got the three ace metal compression fitting and then this is just barbie.MoreSo this is God this has got the three ace metal compression fitting and then this is just barbie. And the bar just goes right onto the fuel hose. And that's what this tool is for.

What hose to use for a new hose?

Use the original nylon hose with connector and attach it with supplied union to the new nylon hose.

What is a 3069-01?

Shop LinesToGo for your 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002 and 2003 repair kits for your GMC vehicle. The 3069-01 repair kit is intended to repair all nylon lines.

How to squeeze the handle of a caulk gun?

Move the plunger forward in the gun until there’s just enough room for the fitting between the plunger and the tubing. Align the fitting with the end of the tubing and hold them in alignment with your fingers while you start to squeeze the handle of the caulk gun.

Where to seat caulk gun clamp?

Now seat the clamp in the far end of the caulk gun as shown. Be mindful of the tubing past the clamp. Don’t let it get any pressure on it and get kinked.

Do all new cars have fuel lines?

All new cars have this type of fuel line and fittings I've been told.

Do Dorman tools leave markings on tubing?

FYI also the Dorman tool (that I have and I use sometimes in my shop) leave the marking outside the tubing, as you say in post #2.