Sometimes it's better for some people to drive around with lines they know
nothing about, rather than try and fix it themselves.  I've seen people
'fix' their auto only to have it be killed by their 'fix' work.  Fire sucks,
especially when YOU'RE at fault because you 'fixed' something.  Besides, not
everyone needs to completely overhaul their fuel delivery system.  My fuel
delivery system (minus the filter) is 235,000 miles old and looks rather
fine (yes, I've peeked into them on the ends, no cracks)  I'd do my lines
eventually, but this van only has to last until next month, then it's being
parted out... cheap. ;)   It's a case by case basis to be determined by wear
and ability.   If you're not sure or comfortable with what you're doing,
seek professional help.  Please.

I'm not trying to discourage anyone from doing their own work.  Hell, I
believe if you have the internet, tools and space, then you can do just
about anything, but...  do it right, or do it twice... or never again if it
burns.  :)

Jim Harpe
Boulder, Colorado

> From: "Kenneth Wilford"
>
> >Every single fuel line replacement I have ever done (80-91 Vanagons)
> >have had hoses that were split internally.  If you pull the fuel
> lines.......
> >.......So if you want to drive around with hoses that could have problems
> that
> >is your decision.  Please don't discourage others from doing
> >preventative maintenance that could save them from a disaster.
> ---------------------------------------------------
>
> I have no problem with this concpet, BUT:
> PO (original new owner) told me the fuel lines were replaced under a
recall.
> Any idea what year(s) this may have been done?  Vehicle is a 90 multivan.
I
> have examined the lines and they have not concerned me---yet.
>
> chris in Wisconsin
>