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Old Sep 5, 2012 | 09:53 AM
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That looks like the way to go, for the OTC do you disconnect the fuel line from the rail to hook this up?
 
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Old Sep 5, 2012 | 10:05 AM
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No their is a port on the rail that it hooks up to remember this tool needs air presser for it to work so you need an air pump/air tool thats my understanding thats because you need the cleaner under presser like it is comming from your fuel pump.

Some shops offer the same thing like I said in and out for $70 to $100 they use the same tool.

Usualy you would only need to do this every 5 or 7 years if after the cleaning you start using an in tank cleaner like redline or chevron every three months to keep them clean so think on that.
 

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Old Sep 5, 2012 | 11:11 AM
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True, I understand, local shop does this for $99 which is the way I would go, but I do not mind getting my hands dirty.
 
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Old Sep 5, 2012 | 12:55 PM
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Just be sure that the shop is doing it right. The "fuel system service" that most shops offer in my area are a joke. Basically they install a new fuel filter and throw some cleaner in the tank.

My OTC kit has paid for it self several times over, I have used it to clean all my cars and several of my friends car. You will have to buy a fuel rail adapter. They sell massive kits but you should be able to order just one nozzle that will attache to the dodge fuel rail.
 
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Old Sep 5, 2012 | 01:58 PM
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Good point make sure what they are doing for you ask questions.

I look at it this way I already have a ton of tools and dont want another one that may just sit on a shelf for 5 years getting in the way of things I already have too many of those collecting dust and garage space.
 
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Old Sep 6, 2012 | 08:49 AM
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anybody try this out there??
 
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Old Sep 6, 2012 | 09:50 AM
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haha no.

By the time you piece that together including the hose and fittings you will not be saving that much money. I would bet good money that thing is a PITA to refill and probably leaks.
 
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Old Sep 6, 2012 | 01:29 PM
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I would worry it would blow up in my face and the cleaner dissolving the plastic that stuff is strong

I do think that tool is way over priced for what it is.

That video made me seasick that thing was all over the place and every angel even on its side a few times what was that guy on?
 

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