fuel filter fittings

James Weiler james at brc.ubc.ca
Thu Oct 30 22:41:30 GMT 1997



On Wed, 29 Oct 1997, sfg wrote:

> I share the same dilemma re GM FI fittings (filter and
> fuel tank fittings) I agree, the SAE compression end of the
> fitting you suggest that we use will connect with the tubing,
> after we cut off the GM OEM flare. The other end (to the
> fuel filter) is metric, and is designed for use with an
> O-ring. I have had no success finding correct fittings.
> It is possible, as I am doing now, to use 1/4-NPT with 
> lots of teflon tape to go into the GM filter. It's a kluge
> though. I have added a Mallory FI pump on the frame rail
> at the fuel filter location ('87 Blazer) and would like
> to plumb it properly, without cutting, taping, or sliding
> hoses onto flares. GM dealer, NAPA, Earls....all, no joy.
> I suspect I'll make fittings from brass rod stock on lathe
> if no one can get GM part numbers.
> 

Don't know if I can help at all but up here in Canada there are alot of 
metric fittings.  If you can find out what size you need then I can ask 
around.

later
jw



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