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From:Neil N
Date:Wed, 11 Oct 2017 14:14:57 -0700

Hi folks.

This seems viable but could use input.

Has anyone installed an ABA fuel rail turned end for end (180º) so the fuel
hose end is near the firewall? I'd measure angles etc. but if mounted that
way, it appears the injector angle, and distance from rail to intake
(injector length, installed) looks the same as OEM. Each fuel injector
retaining clip fits fine.

Images showing quick mock up of rail position, bracket type to be
fabricated:

looking from rear driver side at fuel rail. Firewall at LH of image:

https://photos.app.goo.gl/pJml87lluzPgZyGj2

looking from rear to front, pulley end of engine. Bracket would be shorter
than shown:

https://photos.app.goo.gl/ZVfLeYkI5cOKtssY2

Similar view showing how long I might make bracket:

https://photos.app.goo.gl/R25boWItEu1NFiWB3

looking down at pulley end of engine. Van rear at LH of image:

https://photos.app.goo.gl/ZJpHS5hVEPPldckr2

Note: not all fuel rails have the pressure test port.

Thanks,

Neil.

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