TXjeepTJ

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well i found the link for the fuel rail spring connector. http://store.summitracing.com/defaul...h.asp&x=42&y=8

the only thing that confused me was the picture in "the beast" ( http://matt.undiagnosed.org/ls1/fuel.html ) was that it had a red piece on the intake side. what is the purpose of this?



also, what are the pieces that connect to the fuel filter/regulator called?



sorry for the dumb questions

Cam72aro

iTrader: (28)

Those are all compression fittings.

TXjeepTJ

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http://www.jegs.com/webapp/wcs/store...10002_96134_-1

is this what i need?

i think this is too much of a headache and i clearly dont understand anything with these damn AN fittings. should i just ditch AN fittings and just go for the rubber black hose and clamps?

Schitzo

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before purchasing that russel fitting have a read here
https://ls1tech.com/forums/showthrea...+corvette+fuel

Schitzo

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not yet. AN fitting are not that complicated. Just give yourself time and learn how they work.
ALso check this video made by Earls
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZkxMZpZHcjU

TXjeepTJ

iTrader: (8)

dang.. so what is left to use? i found this off ebay- its a corvette 5.7L stock fuel rail connection. would that work?

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/01-Co...spagenameZWDVW

thanks alot for the videos they helped out alot, im just still confused on which ones to get

bczee

iTrader: (12)

I used the Russell quick adapter, but for my Fuel Rail.. I brazed on a AN fitting and now just screw on a Hose with a AN Fitting.. IMO I don't really need a Quick DQ, How offen do I need to remove the fuel line from the rail ??? If I had to do it again, I would have also done it to my Fuel sender line. would have save myself a few $$$ not using the Quick DQ adapters.

Schitzo

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Yes that will work.In the thread I attached you will see that Stucool is using that line.On the other end, he bought a beaded fuel line made by Dorman(look at the FAQs for a post made by Stu) He then used a compression fitting to attach the dorman part to his fuel line.

When I did mine, I stripped the LS1 fuel rail fitting and used an compression to AN fitting.

On my current project, I will use the LS1 quick disconnect fitting only this time I will take it Pirtek and have them crimp a EFI fuel hose on there. That hose will then go to the regulator where I will have them crimp another quick disconnect fitting.I will get these off rails in the salvage yard. Clean,simple,cheap and less likely to leak.

The way I see it, the best way to plumb a fuel system is keep the number of joints/fittings to a minimum because every one has potential to leak.

TXjeepTJ

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man i really wish i could see a pic of how you did it. how do you have the fuel line connected to the fuel rail? soo your using the russell quick adapter but using a screw on AN also???? kind of confused

bczee

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I agree.. unless your into it for the Blink of all Anodized fittings! I will now braze on AN threaded end where ever possible.. no compression fitting and no Quick disconnect if I can. secure, safe and no leaks

Cam72aro

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Compression fittings are great. If they are not tight enough then they can leak but if you install them right then compression fittings are wonderful.

TXjeepTJ

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i almost have everything figured out, thanks guy lol

just one thing, on the ioutlet of the regulator/filter- where would i find a piece that would go into there like in this pic? i have no idea what it would be called

70LS1Nova

You should be able to get those at any auto parts store. I bought a long one with the ring on both ends and cut it in the middle in case I ever need another one.

bczee

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If you can not salvage one from some where. Dorman sell a 12" section that will have the barb on both ends.. cut it in half and you got two small piece that you can use compression fittings on.

Carshopinc.com

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We carry the fitting and have had plenty of success, The plastic lock design is used in factory applications all the time. Not saying it is the best or worst configuration but it does work pretty darn good. If you are affraid of this may I suggest a hard tube to -6 compression fitting?

Old Geezer

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Have seen these compression fittings used, with great success.
http://www.swagelok.com/

Rodder

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+1 for Swagelok

dsrour

All I can tell you is the one I had popped off. It may have not been the plastic insert, but thr aluminum body of fitting slightly too big, causing detent not to be as firm. I switched to the stock corvette line, which seems much more secure. I also added security lock which are on C6's.(not shown in picture)[

Carshopinc.com

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Accidents do happen, No saying it did not I was just stating the other side of the spectrum where I have had great success with them. If you bought the unit from us I would gladly take it back in exchange.
Carshopinc.com