I would go for replacing the piece of metal line. I would imagine a parts
store that also makes custom break and fuel lines would be able to help...
Safety Fast!!
Ross Overcash, 74B, NAMGBR 2-1172, Ayer, MA
http://www.tiac.net/users/jroverca/index.htm
> -----Original Message-----
> From: owner-mgs@autox.team.net [mailto:owner-mgs@autox.team.net]On
> Behalf Of Simon Westbrook
> Sent: Monday, August 17, 1998 12:21 PM
> To: mgs@autox.team.net
> Subject: I'm Twisted
>
>
> I was taking the SU fuel pump off for cleaning and checking to see if a
> clean would eliminate the need for an occasional tap on the side to keep
> it ticking. Unfortunately I created an even bigger problem for myself. I
> removed the mounting bolts first and then tried to disconnect the union
> nut. In the process I have twisted the metal fuel pipe just below the
> union nut.
>
> I am wondering whether
>
> (i) to try untwisting recognising that it might break and that even when
> untwisted, the pipe bore may be considerably restricted;
> (ii) to cut off the twisted bit and replace with a clamped rubber or
> plastic hose (but I havnt got much pipe between the twist and the union
> nut (only about 3/16")
> (iii) cut off the offending portion and make up a replacement section
> (where would I get pipe and union fittings and how do you do the flares
> (I have a break pipe flare tool I found at a garage sales)
> (iv) replace the whole pipe length (seems drastic)
>
> I would appreciate any comments or suggestions from listers on these or
> other ideas
> Thanks
>
> Simon
>
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