Hi All,

I am new to the forum and appreciate the opportunity to join. Thank you!

I have a 1998 Dodge Ram with a 5.9L gas engine. The crossover tube in the fuel injection rail has developed a leak. I cannot find a replacement rail anywhere. What is the fix for this? As a fuel leak is extremely dangerous near the exhaust I am looking for a new part. Does anyone know where to go for a safe solution?

Thanks in advance!

 

Don't think you will find a new one..... Might be able to find a good used one on car-part.com. Or, maybe.... some fuel injection hose, and clamps, and just replace it......

 

Thanks HeyYou.

Hard to believe there is no aftermarket available since it seems to happen often. As you have said, don’t think I’ll find one. Was hoping someone might know of an upgrade or someone with a safe repair out there. It’s a perfectly good truck but this a major fire hazard. Can’t move it unless it’s right.

 

There are a fair few companies that offer custom parts, and you could build your own custom rail, using -an fittings and such. Not an inexpensive proposition though.

If you repair yours, just make real sure any parts you use are rated for fuel injection, and relatively high pressures. Fuel pressure on your truck should run right about 49 PSI if all is working properly, and you REALLY don't want that repair to fail, and blow fuel all over. That would REALLY suck.

 

I guess I will give a repair a go with the materials you’ve suggested. My initial plan is to use a tubing cutter and cut the existing tube leaving an inch exposed on each side. I will then used a fuel non soluble adhesive on each end and then clamp the ends. The flex hose will be rated for fuel injection systems. The repair hose will have a 3/8 i.d. whereas the existing hose is 1/4 I.d. Will that cause a problem with the fuel metering? I very much appreciate your help!

All the best.

 

The injectors handle fuel metering, so, hose size really doesn't matter. So long as it seals up good.

I *think* there are metal nipples on the rails themselves, that the original tube was heat-sealed to..... might be tempted to slice the original tube, and completely remove it, and attach your repair hose directly to them, as opposed to having more areas for potential leaks...... (no idea what your experience level doing this kind of thing is though.... so, if you are confident of your approach, by all means, go for it. )

 

Thanks sincerely for your input and expertise!

 

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