I think this filter is on the pump intake?
On Sat, 14 May 2011 22:36:09 -0400, <an5.sprite@gmail.com> wrote:
>
> If you can not get a 90 degree fitting you may be able to find a 90
> degree street elbow and just screw the fitting into that.
>
> I placed my filter under the hood right before the carbs (but away from
> the exhust manifold) Easier to change and it will filter anything that
> comes from the fuel line.
>
> Steve
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>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Linda Grunthaner <grunthaner@gmail.com>
> Sender: spridgets-bounces@autox.team.net
> Date: Sat, 14 May 2011 22:01:34
> To: Spridget list<spridgets@autox.team.net>
> Subject: [Spridgets] Tips or examples installing my Facet pump,
> hose never fits right.
>
> List,
> I am installing my new Facet fuel pump in the rear like the later
> Spridgets
> and came to a small road block. Below are photos of the location and the
> new
> pump for a better visual. I drained the tank today (the crap ran down my
> arm
> so i am soaked with gas (good thing I quit smoking again this week) and I
> was getting ready to cut the fuel line but noticed when I place the pump
> in
> position it is very cramped and I don't see how to get rubber line in
> correctly without kinking the line for that 90 degree turn. I couldn't
> get
> to the store in time but I'll try and get a fitting with a 90 degree
> which
> I'm sure they won't have the correct thread size or the end will be
> huge. I
> also checked my rubber line and it is 1/4" as I recall our lines are
> smaller
> than stock fuel line and are a pain in the ass to fit because we end up
> with
> larger hose. Is there a specialty parts shop who will have a fitting for
> small hose?
>
> Why is this such a PITA it just shouldn't be. Looking at the filter that
> came with the pump I won't be able to fit any hose on that monster can I
> remove the filter altogether or maybe get a fitting and a plastic filter?
> Also I remember an old post that said they make teflon tape for fuel, who
> would have that?
>
> If anyone can send me a photo of their setup I would be appreciative.
> Lin
> My pictures:
> http://www.spritespot.com/gallery/Deep-Pink-Sprite/location
>
> http://www.spritespot.com/gallery/Deep-Pink-Sprite/placement
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