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1952 Cadillac Fuel Line Hose Size???

Started by domer, September 01, 2008, 08:52:45 PM

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domer

Can anyone tell me the what is the correct size should be for the rubber fuel line hose that runs from the main supply into the inlet of the fuel pump?  Also, I am looking for the steel  tubing that runs from the outlet of the fuel pump into the carburetor with the correct fittings on both ends.  The previous owner cut the line to install an aftermarket fuel filter.
Thanks
Dominique
Dominique Vasquez #24943
1959 Coupe Deville http://bit.ly/1XkRuZc
1994 Fleetwood  http://bit.ly/1OTqOf1

domer

Ok thanks, Ill check out that website. I currently have 3/8" hose into the inlet of the fuel pump but it doesn't seem to be the correct size. I will look for 5/16" hose this week.
Thanks
Dominique
Dominique Vasquez #24943
1959 Coupe Deville http://bit.ly/1XkRuZc
1994 Fleetwood  http://bit.ly/1OTqOf1

Philippe M. Ruel

Fuel pump inlet rubber tube is 5/16" indeed.

I'd like to know pump-to-carb tube diameter, because pump outlet is 5/16", and carb inlet steel line  is 1/4". I solved the problem with a fuel filter too.
On my car, carb inlet 90°-angle fitting is exactly the same as manifold vacuum fitting.
1952 60 Special in France.

domer

I checked my Caddy and I have a reducer on the outlet of my fuel filter making it 1/4" for the steel tubing.  I also have the the 90 degree elbow on the inlet of my carb.
Dominique Vasquez #24943
1959 Coupe Deville http://bit.ly/1XkRuZc
1994 Fleetwood  http://bit.ly/1OTqOf1

domer

#4
What type of fittings are you using for te 5/16" tube...Does the tube come with its own fittings permanently attatched on each end or did you have to add additional fittings to the rubber host to steel line connection.
thanks
Dominique
Dominique Vasquez #24943
1959 Coupe Deville http://bit.ly/1XkRuZc
1994 Fleetwood  http://bit.ly/1OTqOf1