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Posted by: nsr-jamie Feb 16 2012, 02:19 AM

Well, got my tank out and I have one of the Tangerine Racing fuel lines in stainless (just one line as my car has carbs) and I can not seem to find the instructions or have just misplaced them. I bought the line from Chris about 2 years ago.I have done a search but can't seem to find any threads about others installing them.

Just wanted to ask how much work it is and how hard and if anybody has some tips to share or even add some pictures. I hope I can do this myself this weekend. Do I need to pull out the carpet in the center tunnel area?

Thank you

Posted by: vsg914 Feb 16 2012, 07:33 AM

How hard its gonna be depends on your mechanical ability. As far as instructions, Contact Chris. You will need access to the tunnel at front and rear IIRC. Console and carpet needs to be gone. Making the connections at the tank is the hardest part.

Posted by: type47 Feb 16 2012, 07:50 AM

Really, very easy but I had the engine/trans and the tank out and the shift rod through the tunnel. Took, like, 20 min for both. I lost my install instructions too and emailed Chris and he sent electronic copies. If you still need them, I'll scan and send ...

Posted by: rick 918-S Feb 16 2012, 07:54 AM

The only diffeculty for me was getting them through the rubber block in the front. I was working by myself so it was automatically harder. I had the engine and shift rod and shifter out as well as the tank though.

You want to be careful not to get the cables on the wrong side of the lines too. I hooked a cable the first time in.

Posted by: ppetion Feb 16 2012, 08:18 AM

It was Easy for me with the tank out and engine off the car, I assume that the engine is on in your case, maybe a bit more difficult.

It took me about 20 minutes with one person help. he was pushing it thru while I guided the tubes thru the tunnel.
Good luck.

Posted by: AZ914 Feb 16 2012, 08:38 AM

Jamie,
There is a video on YouTube by the other guy that does the lines, Rotary14 (I think).. it should be searchable. Its not that hard. If you have the access hole behind your shifter open, it can even be easier.

Posted by: Racer Chris Feb 16 2012, 08:42 AM

Email with a copy of the instructions sent.

Posted by: Jon Fernandes Feb 16 2012, 08:52 AM

I took care of mine with the engine in, and the rear up on jackstands. Lift the tunnel carpeting, and remove the front access plate so you could access the rubber grommet that the lines pass through under the fuel tank. I dont remember if I removed the shifter for more access, but remove it if you see the need. Other than that, after your old lines are disconnected, you can pull them out from the back (under the car). Make sure the grommets at the rear firewall are present (and in good shape) before pushing the new SS line through. Im sure this.would've been easier with 2 people, one under the car pushing the lines in, and another inside guiding it through the tunnel, but I was able to do it without any help, so its definitely doable.

Posted by: ww914 Feb 16 2012, 09:27 AM

You have to remove the fuel tank. I already had the engine out, so it was pretty easy. Here are a few photos:

When I removed the gear shift mechanism, I found the whole tunnel full of rust.


So, I applied Rust Destroyer the whole length of the tunnel with a bottle brush after I removed the old lines. I added a couple of holes to assist in this process.



With the help of my Master Mechanic pushing the lines, we got them feed through. It was quite easy with a little help.



New lines under fuel tank.



New lines in engine compartment.



This part was pretty clear. I only had to call Chris about the placement of the short line that came with the kit. The photo on his website shows that placement.

Hope this helps.

Posted by: JmuRiz Feb 16 2012, 09:31 AM

Oooo, I didn't know you did them, I'll ask you for help when I order mine and need to install.

Probably a good time to remove the tank and clean it out too!

Posted by: nsr-jamie Feb 16 2012, 10:25 AM

THANK YOU !!! Chris !!! Perfect timing !! I will start to install these on Saturday with some friends. The tank is out and we are doing the entire suspension as well...lots of rust in the tank but not for long...its being treated as I write this now. I was hoping I didn't have to remove the center tunnel carpeting as I just installed new ones from A and P and also glued them in which now looks to have been a big mistake I am afraid the carpet may get damaged if I try to remove it....

Posted by: ww914 Feb 16 2012, 12:33 PM

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THANK YOU !!! Chris !!! Perfect timing !! I will start to install these on Saturday with some friends. The tank is out and we are doing the entire suspension as well...lots of rust in the tank but not for long...its being treated as I write this now. I was hoping I didn't have to remove the center tunnel carpeting as I just installed new ones from A and P and also glued them in which now looks to have been a big mistake I am afraid the carpet may get damaged if I try to remove it....

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Look at the photo I posted. There are two sets of tabs that you must bend back before you can get the old lines out. You should put little pieces of rubber fuel line back where those tabs are on the new ones. Bottom line, you need to remove the carpet to do this. Some say to put shrink wrap on the entire length of the new line in the tunnel. I don't think this is necessary, but you must protect the lines where the tabs are located as that is metal against metal.

Posted by: pete000 Feb 16 2012, 01:18 PM

I did not know about the tabs up in there holding the lines. I pulled out the plastic ones with out much resistance. I will now have to go back in and pull the shifter and see if I put in the stainless ones through that tab correctly and insulate them with rubber.

Posted by: bigkensteele Feb 16 2012, 05:55 PM

What the others said AND WD40 your grommets, especially the front one, and the lines will go through MUCH easier.

Posted by: nathansnathan Feb 17 2012, 09:22 AM

Is there something readily available to lubricate the grommets without using a petroleum product that will harm them? I see some rubber lubricant products online, but anything at the hardware store?

Posted by: John Feb 17 2012, 09:21 PM

In a pinch, one of the liquid dish washing detergents and a little water can make rubber very slippery.

Posted by: Jeff Bowlsby Feb 18 2012, 10:13 AM

Glycerine from the pharmacy will lube the rubber too.

Posted by: jmill Feb 18 2012, 11:31 AM

KY? Be careful, I hear that stuff blows your hair back

Posted by: 02loftsmoor Feb 18 2012, 11:50 AM

liquid soap, or silicone lube

Posted by: nsr-jamie Feb 18 2012, 11:58 AM

Good news !! The fuel line is already installed. It took some work but went well. I had to remove the carpet on the center tunnel which was a lot of work cause it was glued down so much. Eventually got it removed cleanly, removed the shifter and found lots of rust too....a little cleaning and some minor work and cleaned it up and treated the rust as much as I could with the little amount of time I had and in these conditions. All the old fuel lines were pulled out and thrown in the garbage. All new lines were replaced with brand new ones for safety and I also added a fire extinguisher just in case......

Posted by: ww914 Feb 18 2012, 12:23 PM

Good job! Now get out there and drive it. What is the price of gas in Japan?

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