Fuel Line

[Durhamguy]

I am coming to the tail end of cleaning/sealing my fuel tanks and replacing the fuel line. I ran the new fuel line (nylon and stainless steel amour) along the same pathway as the old line but added some rubber/metal insulated clamps to secure the line better. When I got to the chassis centre piece I threaded it through under the drive shaft but the new fuel line doesn’t flat (probably because of the added amour sheafing). I am concerned the fuel line is too close to the drive shaft. What do you think?

I have attached pictures. I was thinking of using a rubber/metal insulated clamp around the fuel line and attaching a wire down to the exhaust hanger which would pull it down flat towards the brake line (see pictures). Not pretty but will work. Any other suggestions?

Thanks for your help.

 

[hartmandm]

That doesn't look good.

My series V fuel line goes through the hole in the X-frame:



Mike

 

[hartmandm]

And runs next to the battery box near the rear drive shaft U-joint:

 

[DanR]

Suggest you seriously consider Mike's suggestion. I too, run similar to Mike's on my V6.

Stay away from moving parts and Heat at all times.

 

[Durhamguy]

Thank you both very much, glad I asked. Looks like my fuel line is on the wrong side based on what you are showing. Tomorrow is a snow day anyway so good day to fix it. I understand what I need to do and appreciate the advice guys.

 

[Durhamguy]

As an update, I corrected the issue and will post pictures in my gallery. Easier than I thought routing through the frame. Again, many thanks.