Has anyone ever replaced the pick-up tubes in the fuel tank???? I replaced the lines last night and low and behold, when I put pressure on the system, the suction tube has a crack in it right at the bend, and is very rusty. With that being said I call this morning, am told it is dealer only, must replace complete module $312.00. Does this sound correct????

 

That sounds right.
If you want to save some money give J-B Weld a try.

 

Thanx Bill, I ended up with a module from the bone yard. nice looking piece. Mission COMPLETE!!!!!!

 

Hey pull I need to replace my lines also how did you go about doing it and what did you use for material?

 

Vulcan Draw Straw

When I get a chance, I'm putting one of these in each truck! Replaces the factory pickup tube, and I can run 1/2" hydraulic hose all the way to the lift pump...I get it cheap

Chris

 

Be careful Chris, most hydraulic hose is not compatible with diesel fuel.

 

What's the difference between hydraulic oil, and diesel fuel?? I sould think if it will hold high preesure oil, it would handle low pressure fuel?

Can you straighten me out Bill??
Chris

 

I used 3/8 on the supply side and 5/16 on return side. Diesel rated marine hose. NAPA has the quick connect adapters that go right on tank tubes. Needed to change the fitting on lift pump, because I am no longer useing the heater/pre-filter. If you pop the d.s. inner fender out makes it pretty easy. I ran the hoses down the frame and tied them off on the original steel lines. If you have an extra fuel cap, drill it and set it up with a regulator so you can prime the fuel system with 10psi max, losen the the bleeder on top of filter. Makes the re-priming much easier. (THANX Bill / Infidel ) !!!!!!!

 

Also...should I keep the fuel heater?? I can't see it being a problem here in Ohio...we are in the 20's most of the winter, and our fuel is treated!

Chris

 

Just ordered one of those draw straws and the hose in the tank is nylon, diesel safe. Thanks for the link.

 

Diesel fuel is incompatible with a lot more materials than oils or gasoline. I've seen diesel melt a lot of materials that I thought would be fine. I'm sure there is a chemical reason for it but it beats me.
Here's a compatability chart for o-rings and diesel that may help. You'll have to find out what the hydraulic hose is made out of first.
http://www.efunda.com/designstandard...C=Diesel%20Oil

 

Thanks Bill...I'll do a little checking with Weatherhead and see what I can come up with!

Is there anything on the trucks you don't know something about??
Chris

 

Chris, unfortunately there are a lot of things I learned the hard way...

 

Hey Pull,Silly question but how do you get the inner fender out?Also how much hose do I need?I Live in the Boondocks and I want to make sure I have all that I need when I do the job....Thanks

 

We appreciate it Bill Keep up the good (??) work

Chris