240Z gas tank vent lianes

[Ttiger]

I searched and found reference to the 2000 issue of Sport Z magazine where the use of aftermarket hoses from McMaster Carr was detailed. Does anyone have a copy of that article or a parts list so I can get the stuff?

Thanks

[westpak]

I am not sure about that article but here is a post by Arne which is great in explaining the hoses and options http://www.classiczcars.com/forums/showthread.php?t=25857

[Art@NissanSport]

Ok, here you go, word for word from the article:

All parts listed for this project are available online from McMaster Carr, www.mcmaster.com, which ships even fuel line by the foot. Using McMaster Carr resolved a serious problem I encountered during this repair: finding large-diameter fuel line. If you don’t have any problems procuring a 5/8” I.D. fuel line, then chances are this is not fuel line but heater hose—don’t use it! It isn’t safe to use with fuel. The hose will have a label indicating if it is fuel line. Some items listed here can be found at your local hardware or auto parts store.

1 of Part Number 7270K3:

polyolefin thick wall adhesive-lined tubing

9” length, black, 1.1” expanded I.D.

(used instead of grommets)

6 ft. of Part Number 5645K12:

fuel and oil line transfer

Buna-N hose SAE30R3, 1/4” I.D.,

7/16” O.D., 3” min bend radius

6 ft. of Part Number 5645K24:

fuel and oil line transfer

Buna-N hose SAE30R3, 3/8” I.D.,

19/32” O.D., 4” min bend radius

4 ft. of Part Number 5645K16:

fuel and oil line transfer

Buna-N hose SAE30R2, 1/2” I.D.,

3/4” O.D., 3” min bend radius

6 ft. of Part Number 5645K15:

fuel and oil line transfer

Buna-N hose SAE30R2, 5/8” I.D.,

7/8” O.D., 6” min bend radius

1 ft. of Part Number 54595K21:

SAE 100R4 oil suction and

return Buna-N hose 3/4” I.D.,

1.14” O.D.

1 of Part Number 50295K33:

metric steel tubing

12mm I.D., 15mm O.D.,

2-meter length

[beandip]

5/8'' gas line can be found at NAPA. Large gas line is sometime use on inboard boats. Sold by the foot and not expensive. Gary

[Ttiger]

Thanks for the list!

What is 2 meter long metal tube for? Does it replace a hose somewhere?

[Ttiger]

I figured it out. It's to help bend the hose into shape. Thanks

[Art@NissanSport]

You can get around using it by making a bigger loop. There is room and it won't effect anything. And since it is hidden, no one will notice.

[Ttiger]

I remember doing that once before. Thanks. I ordered the hoses. I'm trying to get the car ready for the Motorsport Nationals in a week and it's still in the paint shop! I still have an engine and trans to put in. AHHHHHHHH

[Arne]

My advice - don't rush the re-assembly. It's not worth it. Take what ever time you need to do it right. You'll be happier in the long run.