Just run a single length of new F.I. grade hose all the way from the
engine to your fuel filter.  Eliminate the plastic fitting; put a
grommet in the firewall.
  Secure with plastic ties and use protective sheath or wrap where
appropriate.

Larry A.

Bob Donalds wrote:

> I think the connection between the plastic line and the rubber hose is
> the
> weak point in the system.
> VW had a huge problem with this in the euro vans and they came up with a
> little brass insert for the
> plastic line. This prevent the line from colapsing from the pressure
> of the
> clamp. I just had this happen to me
> the part number is N 207 205 01
>
> Bob Donalds
>
>
>
>
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Todd Last" <rubatoguy@COMCAST.NET>
> To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM>
> Sent: Monday, July 09, 2007 3:50 PM
> Subject: Re: Steel Braided Fuel Lines?
>
>
>> Thanks for the tip.
>>
>> That plastic piece worries me - it seems like an accident waiting to
>> happen...
>>
>>
>> Todd
>>
>>
>> -------------- Original message ----------------------
>> From: dylan friedman <insyncro@YAHOO.COM>
>>
>>> I remove that piece on all vans I own and work on.
>>> It is complete junk and a fire hazard.
>>> I have used firewall through connectors made from aluminum in most
>>> cases.
>>> If the cost is an issue I just run new 5/16 fuel line through a rubber
>>> grommet
>>> and secure it both frontside and backside to limit movement.
>>>
>>> check Summit racing, JEG's and Berherant's for all the trick parts to
>>> spend
>>> loads of money on.
>>>
>>> dylan
>>>
>>> Todd Last <rubatoguy@COMCAST.NET> wrote: Just curious what you did
>>> at the
>>> plastic piece that goes through the firewall.
>>> This would seem to be the weakest link in your system with all the
>>> upgrades.
>>>
>>>
>>> Todd
>>> '88 Westy
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>  -------------- Original message ----------------------
>>> From: dylan friedman
>>> > I have done it as well.
>>> > I used Earl's lines, AN fittings, changed the fuel pressure reg to an
>>> adjustable
>>> > one from a 914 that accepts AN fittings and changed the fuel rails to
>>> > billet
>>> > with pressure gauges built in to monitor the pressure at each rail
>>> and
>>> > at the
>>> > reg.
>>> >
>>> > Very nice setup and looks very cool.
>>> >
>>> > Cost $500+ from start to finish.
>>> >
>>> > I can send links to the shop in NY where I bought most of the 914
>>> stuff
>>> > if
>>> > anyone is interested.
>>> >
>>> > dylan
>>> >
>>> > Dennis Haynes  wrote: Yes, I've done it. Biggest
>>> > problem is a satisfactory clamping solution to
>>> > the existing parts.
>>> >
>>> > VW actually shows 2 different fuel lines depending on location used.
>>> > N-903-397-02 is used in the engine compartment. 020-281-1 is used
>>> > outside
>>> > and underneath. The newer hose is very heavy duty stuff and properly
>>> > installed will last for many many years.
>>> >
>>> > Dennis
>>> >
>>> >
>>> > -----Original Message-----
>>> > From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com] On
>>> Behalf
>>> > Of
>>> > Robert Stewart
>>> > Sent: Sunday, July 08, 2007 1:59 PM
>>> > To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
>>> > Subject: Steel Braided Fuel Lines?
>>> >
>>> > Does anyone know if installing steel braided fuel lines has been done
>>> > by anyone, or this would be the end all best solution to this never
>>> > ending problem?
>>> >
>>> > If you have any info let me know.
>>> >
>>> >
>>> > Robert
>>> > --
>>> > Rob
>>> > NYC/Bloomingburg NY
>>> > 88 Wolfsburg, Silver
>>> > 222,225 miles - automatic
>>> > AIM: rmstewart@mac.com
>>
>