split toyota fuel line.

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Sat 9 Dec 2006 11:57
split toyota fuel line. - telecaster
Replacing fuel filter on carina e, I split the metal return line.

I lost about 2 -3 inches of line from where it meets the filter.

What i need to know basically is what sort of a"patch
" can i make to rejoin the pipe?

I tried rubber fuel hose and jubilee clips but it was not secure.........guy in factors said i did not need high pressure rubber...engine is fuel injection btw.

I dont want to go down the "Flaring" route as I am not too adept at using the cheap and nasty flaring tool I have

Thanks in advance.

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Sat 9 Dec 2006 12:03
split toyota fuel line. - Dave N
If you don't want to flare, then you can only replace the line or use ribber pipe.

Jubilee clips are no use on these small sizes, you need the proper fuel line clips that don't 'bunch up' the rubber.
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Sat 9 Dec 2006 12:12
split toyota fuel line. - yorkiebar
If you do use the rubber pipe ( most likely I would think ) do use fuel injection pipe even though its on the return line. There has to be pressure in this line even if it isnt high pressure. And the high pressure hose is better protected against stones etc etc. just safety !
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