I have a leak in the fuel line into the cold start valve. Can it be replaced? Do I have to change the rail? The two fittings on it are called high pressure fittings, but mine both had hose clamps on them.
Thanks,
Bill
Fuel line leak
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Re: Fuel line leak
Go to an auto parts store and buy 5/16" fuel hose FOR FUEL INJECTION. It HAS TO say 'FOR FUEL INJECTION' on it.
Also buy fuel injection type clamps and throw away those worm-gear type clamps. Here's what an FI clamp looks like, likely you can buy them at the auto parts store:
http://www.autoricambi.us/product/FI0-0 ... ion-Style/
Simply remove the old hose, cut new one to size, slide clamps on and install. A little WD 40 may help sliding it on.
Also buy fuel injection type clamps and throw away those worm-gear type clamps. Here's what an FI clamp looks like, likely you can buy them at the auto parts store:
http://www.autoricambi.us/product/FI0-0 ... ion-Style/
Simply remove the old hose, cut new one to size, slide clamps on and install. A little WD 40 may help sliding it on.
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'71 124 Spider, much modified
'17 124 Abarth, silver
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Co-owner of the best dang Fiat parts place in town
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Re: Fuel line leak
Be really careful with the nipple on the CSI. It is plastic and easily broken.
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'74 and '79 X1/9 (past)
'75 BMW R75/6
2011 Chevy Malibu (daily driver)
2010 Chevy Silverado 2500HD Ext Cab 4WD/STD BED
2002 Edgewater 175CC 80HP 4-Stroke Yamaha
2003 Jaguar XK8
2003 Jaguar XKR
2021 Jayco 22RB
2019 Bianchi Torino Bicycle