*PICS*Just installed Speed inc fuel rails
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*PICS*Just installed Speed inc fuel rails
hey guys i had cracked my fuel rails and therefore i figured i would upgrade to something bigger and better because i have a turbo order in the works with jose@forcedinductions.
I know what everyones problems with these rails are about connecting them to the factory fuel line and i am not quite sure about what everyone else did, however i am very satisfied with my install and how it all worked out.
EXCEPT i could not cut those damn steel braided lines. what do you guys use!!?
here is a pic of the rails as they came from speed inc.:
another of them(sorry garage is messy...):
Here is what i did to the factory rails:
here is what it looks like when done:
And this is with it connected to the fuel rails:
Here is what it looks like connected to the factory fuel line:
And the finished product:
i just need to shorten that damn line in the front for the crossover, and i am going to wait for you suggestions on how to cut it etc.
i hope you guys like the pics and install if there are any Qs let me know i will try to help out.
Louie
I know what everyones problems with these rails are about connecting them to the factory fuel line and i am not quite sure about what everyone else did, however i am very satisfied with my install and how it all worked out.
EXCEPT i could not cut those damn steel braided lines. what do you guys use!!?
here is a pic of the rails as they came from speed inc.:
another of them(sorry garage is messy...):
Here is what i did to the factory rails:
here is what it looks like when done:
And this is with it connected to the fuel rails:
Here is what it looks like connected to the factory fuel line:
And the finished product:
i just need to shorten that damn line in the front for the crossover, and i am going to wait for you suggestions on how to cut it etc.
i hope you guys like the pics and install if there are any Qs let me know i will try to help out.
Louie
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There is a article in Car Craft this month about using a large flathead screwdriver and a hammer. I've found a old, large, sharp knife and a hammer works much better. Try it, you won't be disappointed.
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I would say that pretty ghetto way to connect it, but if it works and your happy so be it. My choice was to order the Russell Quick Disconnect fitting to -6, a -6 coupler, a -8 to -6 reducer and then a -8 swivel 45*. Snaps onto factory hard line, and then russell it to the rails and back.
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Id have to agree with Charlie above....... and NOOOOOOOOOOOOOO tin snips are not how you cut braided line.......
The easiest way is to take some black tape around the spot u want to cut and right under it take a worn clamp like you already have and put it on the black tape where your goingto cut and put it in a vice. Then cut across..... using a hacksaw, then put the fitting on the end.........
Kyle
The easiest way is to take some black tape around the spot u want to cut and right under it take a worn clamp like you already have and put it on the black tape where your goingto cut and put it in a vice. Then cut across..... using a hacksaw, then put the fitting on the end.........
Kyle
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I would say that pretty ghetto way to connect it, but if it works and your happy so be it. My choice was to order the Russell Quick Disconnect fitting to -6, a -6 coupler, a -8 to -6 reducer and then a -8 swivel 45*. Snaps onto factory hard line, and then russell it to the rails and back.
If you truly have it, PLEASE email it to me Tom@speedinc.com
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Originally Posted by INTMD8
Do you have the part numbers for those? We would LOVE to install them in our kits, but I cannot find a GM LS1 style quick connect to AN adapter anywhere.
If you truly have it, PLEASE email it to me Tom@speedinc.com
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If you truly have it, PLEASE email it to me Tom@speedinc.com
Tom
Hopefully you can get that in the kit Tom.
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Originally Posted by CAT3
I would say that pretty ghetto way to connect it, but if it works and your happy so be it. My choice was to order the Russell Quick Disconnect fitting to -6, a -6 coupler, a -8 to -6 reducer and then a -8 swivel 45*. Snaps onto factory hard line, and then russell it to the rails and back.
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Here is a link to the thread I posted when I did my head install along with the rails and a few other parts. I used a snap lock style factory connector that adapts to AN line. This looks like the best piece out there and if you go to page 2 of the thread you will see the link to the website. The other fitting that Nitro Dave is selling is also nice I just wanted the factory style snap lock at the base of the fuel line so I could run braided line instead of the factory rubber.
https://ls1tech.com/forums/generation-iii-internal-engine/335413-afr-s-fast-90-nw-90tb-poly-mounts-fast-rails-finally-done.html
https://ls1tech.com/forums/generation-iii-internal-engine/335413-afr-s-fast-90-nw-90tb-poly-mounts-fast-rails-finally-done.html
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Originally Posted by NA$TY-TA
Id have to agree with Charlie above....... and NOOOOOOOOOOOOOO tin snips are not how you cut braided line.......
The easiest way is to take some black tape around the spot u want to cut and right under it take a worn clamp like you already have and put it on the black tape where your goingto cut and put it in a vice. Then cut across..... using a hacksaw, then put the fitting on the end.........
Kyle
The easiest way is to take some black tape around the spot u want to cut and right under it take a worn clamp like you already have and put it on the black tape where your goingto cut and put it in a vice. Then cut across..... using a hacksaw, then put the fitting on the end.........
Kyle
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Originally Posted by dissonance
So what’s so wrong with using tin snips? I have cut a lot of braided line with tin snips and never had any problems. The only thing I have noticed is some tin snips put a small curve at the end of the line after its cut. If I'm doing something wrong I would like to know why and what’s the right way?
I just like a straight smooth cut thats all... do it any way u likeits your vehicle and if it gets the job done.
Kyle
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What is the point of doing this. I need to know what I need.. I have a 90/90 combo going on. I also got FAST fuel rails(just rails). I will be putting these on soon. I currently have a NX wet kit. I need to know what to do?