Fuel Line

Fuel line carries fuel from the fuel tank to the carburetor. It connects all the units of the fuel system.

Characteristics of Fuel Line

• Fuel lines are placed far away from exhaust pipes, mufflers and manifolds to avoid excessive heat which can cause vapor lock.
• They are fitted to the frame, the engine and other units to give minimum vibration and freedom from contact with sharp edges.
• They should have protective tubings.

Materials used for making Fuel Line
Some of the materials most commonly used to make fuel line are:

• Steel Fuel Line
• Copper Fuel Line
• Aluminum Fuel Line

In order to make steel lines rust proof, they are plated with zinc or copper.

Maintenance of Fuel Line
Proper maintenance of fuel line along with the fuel tank gives the engine better performance and can reduce chances of oil spilling.

• Care should be taken to use the same metal as before when replacing fuel lines. So, steel lines should not be replaced with copper or aluminum.
• If heavy frost is the problem, flexible tubing should be used.
• Protective tubings should be used for longer life of the fuel line.
• At the time of servicing, fuel line and fuel tank should be emptied completely.