Ok, I wanted to post a concept photo with drawn-on modifications to get feedback. Now, I know putting 40psi fuel lines near suspension components must be done with the highest care, so imagine the fuel line as it passes by the active suspension and rotating wheel to have that spiral wound steel cover over it. And it’s all metal lines until you reach the engine compartment; the very minimum of proper Fuel Injection hose is planned.
So, the first pic is the route into the engine compartment on the passenger side (look back in this post and others to understand why), and the existing opening I’m planning on using, with of course a hefty rubber grommet:
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I‘m going to run along the lower frame rail, raised as it crosses the suspension, to clear the maximum travel of the sway bar upper fitting. It will look very similar to the stock line, except it will not route in and out near the shock tower. The next pic shows the engine compartment routing, and where my real question is. I’ve decided to connect the fuel line at the bottom of this stock TBird routing because the other options require long rubber hoses, some on top of the engine, and I’m uncomfortable with that:
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The question I have, IF I route that hose UNDER the sway bar, what/how should I ensure it is protected and shielded? I was thinking of at least a rubber cover over the sway bar? The black line-kinda thing coming through the fender panel is the new metal fuel line. I was going to put a 90 as it passes the frame rail so the hose can meet it straight.
Ok, that’s my plan. Take aim and fire
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