fuel lines
Hey guys, Im trying to fit new fuel lines on my 89 520i and im having some difficulty in doing this as when i bought the fuel lines from the dealership they were already pre formed with all the bends etc and i can't get the fuel line past the mounting bracket on the rear axle that holds the rear trailing arm in place, as there is a bend in the pipe, I think there is 2 of these mounting brackets on the rear axle that holds the trailing arm in place with a bolt going through a rubber bush on each bracket. Does anyone know how i could overcome this and be able to put the fuel lines on without any problems ? or should i take it to a garage to get the work carried out ?
guys your help is very much appreciated
Just done the same job and I managed to force the pipes up past the bracket
by straightening out some of the bends, this worked but the end result is'nt the best looking job I have ever done. I realised afterwards a better option would be to cut each pipe and fit them in two halves making the join with in line brass pipe connectors. I reckoned a suitable place for the joins would be in front of the left hand rear wheel. Weigh it up and see what you think and best of luck!!!
Thank You very much for your help, very much appreciated, i'll try that tomorrow,
many thanks
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