shock211

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I've just started to notice a little gas leak on my driveway. and i'm sure that one of my fuel lines has cracked due to the cold weather.
has anyone ever replaced all the fuel lines/rails on their own?
if so, just how hard is it. i know it's probably quite a b!tch to fix.

also is their a way to test each hose/line/rail for a leak, besides removing them and running air or water through them.
never fixed anything like this before, so be patient with my ignorance

I'm gonna have to fix this one myself due to a lack of cash flow. so any help is sincerely appreciated.

later

eric93SE

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Do you have the VG engine?? If so, then there is a known problem with a fuel hose (rubber) that cracks and leaks over time, due to the high heat. You can search for it, it's supposed to be difficult to get at.

shock211

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yeah i've got the VG

i'll do some research before i tackle this project.

eric93SE

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If you do the job, go ahead and replace ALL the hoses. They are very cheap, and to skimp out could mean a flame thrower under the hood.

maximase86

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Can you get your car in the air? If not, before you park the car for the night, take some fresh cardboard and put it under the car. That way you can sort of pin point the area where the leak can be coming from. If you can get your car in the air, what I would do is run the car and do a visual inspection, because if you have a leak, the pressure from the fuel pump should cause it to leak out. Also, have you had any issues with the car being hard to start? If it is, it's usually a sign of how bad the leak is.

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nubiannupe

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Well, I replaced my whole fuel rail when I did my injectors and did a write-up on it. But it probably wouldn't help you much, as I've got a VE.

But if you think it might help, I think it's in one of the stickies.

shock211

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i'll definately replace all the hoses. when i get some time to get under the car.

the leak is very small. i'll only notice a puddle around the size of a small cookie on my driveway after the car has been sitting for about 10 hrs.