fresh ls1 swap, shortly lived, ends in disaster
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Just rubber lines? Does the Ls1 have the same high pressure pump design as the later model Ls engines?
My Ly6 is like 54 psi of pressure. A lot of the fuel line that I see for sale at most auto parts stores is not recommended for that pressure...
My Ly6 is like 54 psi of pressure. A lot of the fuel line that I see for sale at most auto parts stores is not recommended for that pressure...
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That's likely the factory fuel filter mount. My regulator is in the same spot in my 300zx. Heat hasn't been an issue, but I put heat wrap over the lines and my headers are wrapped as well.
Always carry a fire extinguisher, especially in something you built in a shed. Hopefully the car will return better than it was.
Always carry a fire extinguisher, especially in something you built in a shed. Hopefully the car will return better than it was.
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I have built 20+ cars on rubber hose, clamps and zip ties. Never a failure. The key is in the planning-and testing. Never mount a regulator off a rail with a brass fitting. Wrap any line that will see even mild heat. Use push lock fitting AND clamps (although a good push lock will never leak, and never come apart. I ALWAYS test the lines at max pressure and check for leaks any time I service the car. (take the regulator to full load. or clamp the line)