<VV> Fuel Questions

[James Davis]

All the fuel lines are compression type fittings.  They seal by 
forcing the flared end of the steel line against a like seat in the 
fitting.  The threads do not seal but only hold the sealing parts 
together.  If the leak cannot be stopped by tightening the fitting 
nut with flare wrench, then you probably have a cracked flare.  Line 
replacement is the only way to stop the leak when the line is 
cracked.  Clark's used to sell flare repair bushings - little, convex 
copper washers that were made to go in between the flared line and 
the fitting seat.  If the seat was messed up they usually worked but 
I haven't seen one in years.
   If the threads in the steel pipe extension from the fuel pump to 
the fuel line tee are leaking, there is a Teflon pipe dope that will 
safely seal the threads.  It is made by Pernatex/Locktite and most 
FLAPS carry it.
Personal opinion: I would never put another fuel filter in the engine 
compartment.  If you think you think you need another fuel filter, 
the fuel line break in the left fender arch is the perfect place.
Jim Davis


At 07:57 PM 2/21/2007, Bill H. wrote:
>                                    B"H
>
>Hi all...I am noticing the strong smell of gasoline
>(ugh!) when I start the Monza.  At first I was afraid
>of a major fuel leak, but no fuel was leaking under
>the car. (I had just returned from the car wash,
>inclding a chassis bath).
>
>Today I opened the engine lid and found some gasoline
>on the fittings to the fuel pump (only a small amount,
>but the engine compartment did smell strongly from
>gas).
>
>Question #1:  I'd like to try to secure the fittings
>to the fuel pump and would appreciate any suggestions.
>  I know Teflon tape is a no-no, but are there any
>sealers that can be used for fuel lines?
>
>Question #2:  A gentlemen watching me suggested I add
>an in-line fuel filter to both gas lines to the carbs,
>which would keep the stones in better shape.  Any
>opinions on this?
>
>Thanks people!...Bill Hershkowitz