Fuel Line Leak
12-30-2002, 09:01 PM
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Fuel Line Leak
I have developed a leak in one of the hard lines (at the OEM crimp)on my '86 951. I would like to replace both, but need to know which to replace right now since I cant drive the car. Does anyone have a part number for this line (or both)? Also, is there anything I should know about replacing this myself other than to reduce the fuel pressure before removing it?
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12-30-2002, 09:49 PM
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The line I need replaced first is the fuel return line. I have looked in archives, but unfortunately there is no information of the part number for this item.
12-30-2002, 10:01 PM
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I had to remove my fuel lines while removing the intake manifold and one cracked while I was removing it. I called Sunset Porsche to order the 3 lines that are in the engine compartment and they wanted a lot of money for them. I think one of them was over $100. Instead I decided to order stainless ones from Tim at Speed Force Racing. <a href="http://www.speedforceracing.com" target="_blank">Speed Force Racing</a>
HTH
HTH
12-31-2002, 12:30 AM
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Lob a call into PCNA in Atlanta with your VIN number. I believe there was a recall on these lines. PCNA will be able to tell you if yours was done. If not, you may be do for a bit of free work. It's worth a shot perhaps.
12-31-2002, 12:56 AM
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To remove the crimps, you will need a hacksaw or a Dremel tool. I would be very careful about using the Dremel as it may cause sparks and you know that's not good when fuel is involved. This is only a concern when removing the crimps that connect the hoses to the two hard-metal lines that stick out from the passenger side fender.
Once you have the hoses off, you can take a Dremel to the crimp that's connected to the end of the hose going to the fuel dampner.
Good luck!
Once you have the hoses off, you can take a Dremel to the crimp that's connected to the end of the hose going to the fuel dampner.
Good luck!
12-31-2002, 10:18 AM
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I recently had a similar question and ended up replacing a line with fuel injection hose and smooth (non-zebra) clamps. My dealer said the recall was inactive...sounds like BS to me.
<a href="http://forums.rennlist.com/forums/ultimatebb.php?ubb=get_topic&f=15&t=014673" target="_blank">fuel leak post</a>
<a href="http://forums.rennlist.com/forums/ultimatebb.php?ubb=get_topic&f=15&t=014673" target="_blank">fuel leak post</a>
12-31-2002, 01:02 PM
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Thanks for the help. I will try the dremel method as the photos posted by jleake were very good and clearly show the fittings and clamps for the installation... nice!jleake
Thank you all for the help
Thank you all for the help