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Old 01-29-2010 | 07:34 PM
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the first thing you should try doing is locating the leak. 2nd it is cheaper to replaces the fuel line than it is to patch it. for about $12 you can get a 25 ft roll of steel fuel line. you may not even need to replace the whole fuel line. just the section beside the gastank seems to really rot.
 

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Old 01-30-2010 | 08:06 AM
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No need to be sorry about wanting to learn as none of us were born with the knowledge we share. Replacement is the only safe way to go. If a line has a hole you can bet there are more weak spots just waiting to let go. Fuel line is available in rolls or pre-made lengths that have the fittings already installed. If you find the leak you just remove the old line, measure it, go to the part store and buy a new one. If the leak has been caused by rust I would suggest that you replace all of your fuel lines. Some knowledge about proper bending procedures of fuel lines is needed to prevent kinking the line. If a line needs to be cut you must have a flaring tool and know how to use it. Cutting can usually be gotten around by some artful bending of a slightly longer line than is needed. The pre-made lengths are a little more expensive than buying by the roll but usually does not require cuts and flaring.

If you want to work on your truck, the best advise I can give is get a good manual first.
 

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