Posted by Suffolk1 on October 30, 2012 at 05:39:30 from (72.13.214.110):
I am working on an older combine and cleaning up a lot of the previous owners' alterations or emergency repairs. Has a six cylinder gas engine and the mechanical fuel pump has been replaced with an electric fuel pump. The fuel line from the fuel tank to the carburetor consists of a long, cobbled together, combination of steel line, 1/8 inch copper tubing, and 1/4 inch flexible fuel line hose. By relocating the electric fuel pump, I can cut the overall length of the fuel line by 1/2 or 2/3. Obviously the quickest and simplest solution is to use flexible fuel line hose, but the durability is not the best for the long haul. It is more difficult to shape and bend the steel tubing without kinking for a custom fit job and I don't have the tools to make the double flares on the ends. Are there any disadvantages to using copper tubing for the fuel line? It's much easier to cut, bend, and shape for a neat fit. Also, what would be preferred for fuel lines--flared fittings or compression fittings? Thanks for your input or experiences.
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