Years ago I got a couple of locking pliers from Harbor Freight that are
specifically for clamping lines closed. Can't find them on the site now,
closest thing is this:
http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/displayitem.taf?Itemnumber=65116
The pliers are better though if you're reaching into a tight spot.
To work on the forward fuel line I just clamp the flexible fuel line coming
off the tank. To work on just the pump I clamp the forward fuel line.
To work on the rear fuel line, of course, requires the tank be drained. I
am always careful to be sure that rear line is sound -- it would be a real
PITA to replace on the road.
The pliers clamps go with me everywhere -- on 2 occasions I have driven home
with the rear brakes clamped off (1 frozen brake cylinder & 1 delaminated
brake shoe) they really shut a line off with no apparent damage.
Geo
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