1970 -6 Gas Tank Supply Pipe Hose Bead Question, Morphed into: “Does the OE fuel return system cool fuel going to engine?” uh … No Options

[Rufus]

Hi Folks - I have the entire fuel system out of 9140431482 back to the Webers for update, cleaning, etc. (Webers already reinstalled after thorough cleaning.) The gas tank fuel outlet pipe has no hose bead.

Is this normal? Seems odd there wouldn’t be one.

Thanks,
Bob

[Rufus]

Moving your pump forward is a good idea
Pumps push. But don’t suck that welll

Thanks Brant. I agree100% and considered doing that. I decided not to just because I hope I’m finally at the end of a 3 year rabbit hole of fixing problems (beyond fuel system issues cited) to get the car drivable. Maybe exhausted, maybe lazy, but didn’t wanna face wiring to the front for the pump now :/

Other factors making me a little more comfortable leaving the pump in the less desirable back: the Tangerine fuel line has a slightly larger ID than the AN -6 SS hose it replaces. #2 I’m taking the opportunity to lower the pump mounting an inch or so in back so there’ll be slightly greater pressure “head” at the pump inlet