240 Anyone know where to find main fuel pump connectors? - Page 2

Elvolvito · 12-22-2020, 12:36 PM

Little update: fuel line gets here later today. I’ll be ordering the new filter to pump coupler, as well as the necessary banjo bolts tomorrow.

Elvolvito · 12-22-2020, 05:42 PM

Big thanks to 2manyturbos for sending me his used fuel line. Currently hooking it up.

Elvolvito · 12-22-2020, 10:55 PM

Also, since I’ve installed a new fuel line, how do I go about priming the fuel system of air?

kyote · 12-23-2020, 10:42 AM

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Originally Posted by Elvolvito

Also, since I’ve installed a new fuel line, how do I go about priming the fuel system of air?

Cycle the key a few times if you are worried, but I would just crank it dude.

Elvolvito · 12-31-2020, 09:41 AM

Alright, so I just installed the new fuel systems, however, fuel is leaking out of the banjo bolts. I also have a burst line (not sure which one, also carries gasoline but is positioned in the middle of the car). What can I do to solve this issue? I’ve already significantly tightened the banjo bolts? Am I better off towing it to a shop and having them tighten everything for me?

TestPoint · 12-31-2020, 10:56 AM

Banjo bolts only seal on the copper washers. With all the work you put into this new copper washers would only be fitting. (pardon the pun)

kyote · 12-31-2020, 11:01 AM

The right way is to replace the washers.
I highly reccomend adding this to your kit:https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Now that we got that out of the way, the turbobricks way is to heat the copper washers until glowing red to re-anneal them, then sand them til they are copper looking again on a flat surface with some 320 grit or so and send it.
If you just try to re-use the old ones without doctoring, they will usually leak.

Elvolvito · 12-31-2020, 10:28 PM

Lmfao, wow. Totally forgot about the seals.

kyote · 01-01-2021, 03:46 PM

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Originally Posted by Elvolvito

Lmfao, wow. Totally forgot about the seals.

There's your sign!

Redwood Chair · 01-01-2021, 04:06 PM

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Originally Posted by kyote

The right way is to replace the washers.
I highly reccomend adding this to your kit:https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Now that we got that out of the way, the turbobricks way is to heat the copper washers until glowing red to re-anneal them, then sand them til they are copper looking again on a flat surface with some 320 grit or so and send it.
If you just try to re-use the old ones without doctoring, they will usually leak.

^ This but I use #400 or finer.

A lot of the aftermarket washers are too wide and don't produce the right sealing PSI anyway so I recommend refurbished OE washers.

Yes you can try to over tighten the fittings but adding a problem to another problem usually isn't the answer.

Also a clutched screw gun is much more controllable and in the right torque range than an air impact.

YRMV

dl242gt · 01-01-2021, 04:36 PM

Use some loctite 592 thread sealant on all the washers and fittings. Messy, but you won't have to mongo tighten the fittings so they seal. You can also use he liquid teflon thread sealant in the plumbing dept. thread sealant acts as anti seize so they will be easier to service in the future.

dalek · 01-07-2021, 06:57 AM

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Originally Posted by Redwood Chair

A lot of the aftermarket washers are too wide and don't produce the right sealing PSI anyway so I recommend refurbished OE washers.

Because metric vs inch?

Elvolvito · 01-08-2021, 03:04 PM

Alright everybody, I’m glad to finally be able to say that she’s up & running again! I just installed the washers on the filter & now there’s no leaks anymore. What’s puzzling me right now is that last time I tried installing the fuel pump/filter, there was a hose in the middle back of the car that was leaking fuel, as well as the fuel leaking from the ends of the filter. However, now that the washers are on, the hose has also stopped leaking. I’ve looked around every hose in the back of the car & can’t find anything.

lummert · 01-08-2021, 03:39 PM

The broken connector is part of the fuel pump. The hose going into the main fuel pump is the inlet. Fuel leaks in front of the fuel pump were probably migrating to the rear of the pump.

Elvolvito · 01-08-2021, 03:54 PM

Alright well, after further inspection I’ve noticed that the bigger banjo bolt of the fuel filter is leaking about one drop of fuel every 5 or so minutes, even after adding both washers that came with the Fcp kit. I’m considering just putting some sealant around it since it’s not that big of an issue. I’ve included a photo so you can see where it’s leaking out of. (At the tip of the flat head in the photo)
https://imgur.com/a/y5kGYTh

ZVOLV · 01-08-2021, 11:26 PM

Did you put a washer on that side of the banjo fitting? I don't see one. I do see TWO washers on the SAME SIDE!?

Elvolvito · 01-08-2021, 11:40 PM

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Originally Posted by ZVOLV

Did you put a washer on that side of the banjo fitting? I don't see one. I do see TWO washers on the SAME SIDE!?

Pause, I need to put one there as well? I assumed both would be near the beginning.

ZVOLV · 01-08-2021, 11:53 PM

One washer on each side!

Elvolvito · 01-09-2021, 05:38 AM

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Originally Posted by ZVOLV

One washer on each side!

Ah, gotcha. Thank you for informing me 😅

Otto Mattik · 01-14-2021, 05:25 AM

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Originally Posted by Elvolvito

Alright well, after further inspection I’ve noticed that the bigger banjo bolt of the fuel filter is leaking about one drop of fuel every 5 or so minutes, even after adding both washers that came with the Fcp kit. I’m considering just putting some sealant around it since it’s not that big of an issue. I’ve included a photo so you can see where it’s leaking out of. (At the tip of the flat head in the photo)
https://imgur.com/a/y5kGYTh

Sealer, you mean to say we've been doing it wrong, re-annealing the washers...and to think all this time they make a magic sealer that stops fuel from leaking, that's wonderful, what's it called ? ps don't tell anyone, it will be our secret, ok ?

Elvolvito · 01-15-2021, 12:49 AM

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Originally Posted by Otto Mattik

Sealer, you mean to say we've been doing it wrong, re-annealing the washers...and to think all this time they make a magic sealer that stops fuel from leaking, that's wonderful, what's it called ? ps don't tell anyone, it will be our secret, ok ?

Exactly. Just squeeze a fat lump of sealant on that bad boy and you’re good 😎

12-31-2020, 10:56 AM	#31
TestPoint Board Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Ellijay	Banjo bolts only seal on the copper washers. With all the work you put into this new copper washers would only be fitting. (pardon the pun) __________________ 1982 Volvo 245 with a Ford 302 V8 Ford V8 Conversion Manual - http://forums.turbobricks.com/showthread.php?t=250257 Bertone Restoration - http://forums.turbobricks.com/showthread.php?t=256460

01-01-2021, 04:36 PM	#36
dl242gt Happy playing the blues Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: S NJ, a suburb of Phila.	Use some loctite 592 thread sealant on all the washers and fittings. Messy, but you won't have to mongo tighten the fittings so they seal. You can also use he liquid teflon thread sealant in the plumbing dept. thread sealant acts as anti seize so they will be easier to service in the future. __________________ Dave, 1982 242 turbo. 338k miles. MVP coilovers and 3" exhaust. Flowed 405 with a V15. Cossie turbine housing with upgraded compressor housing. 90+, IPD remote oil filter. Some other goodness, too. Been lots of fun over 25 years. Restored in 2k. Now ready for a 2nd restoration. 1993 245 Classic, 430k miles, enem V15. IPD bars and chassis braces. Simons sport exhaust from Scandix. sbabbs ezk chip. Been a good road warrior. Genuine Volvo rebuilt leaky M47.

01-08-2021, 03:39 PM	#39
lummert Board Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Portland IN	The broken connector is part of the fuel pump. The hose going into the main fuel pump is the inlet. Fuel leaks in front of the fuel pump were probably migrating to the rear of the pump. __________________ Trying to understand stupid people is like trying to pick up a turd by the clean end.

01-08-2021, 11:26 PM	#41
ZVOLV <Master Tech> Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: California	Did you put a washer on that side of the banjo fitting? I don't see one. I do see TWO washers on the SAME SIDE!? __________________ No Start Thread

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12-22-2020, 12:36 PM	#26
Elvolvito Board Member Join Date: Sep 2020 Location: Florida	Little update: fuel line gets here later today. I’ll be ordering the new filter to pump coupler, as well as the necessary banjo bolts tomorrow.

12-22-2020, 05:42 PM	#27
Elvolvito Board Member Join Date: Sep 2020 Location: Florida	Big thanks to 2manyturbos for sending me his used fuel line. Currently hooking it up.

12-22-2020, 10:55 PM	#28
Elvolvito Board Member Join Date: Sep 2020 Location: Florida	Also, since I’ve installed a new fuel line, how do I go about priming the fuel system of air?

12-31-2020, 09:41 AM	#30
Elvolvito Board Member Join Date: Sep 2020 Location: Florida	Alright, so I just installed the new fuel systems, however, fuel is leaking out of the banjo bolts. I also have a burst line (not sure which one, also carries gasoline but is positioned in the middle of the car). What can I do to solve this issue? I’ve already significantly tightened the banjo bolts? Am I better off towing it to a shop and having them tighten everything for me?

12-31-2020, 11:01 AM	#32
kyote Living The Dream Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: La Porte TX	The right way is to replace the washers. I highly reccomend adding this to your kit:https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1 Now that we got that out of the way, the turbobricks way is to heat the copper washers until glowing red to re-anneal them, then sand them til they are copper looking again on a flat surface with some 320 grit or so and send it. If you just try to re-use the old ones without doctoring, they will usually leak.

12-31-2020, 10:28 PM	#33
Elvolvito Board Member Join Date: Sep 2020 Location: Florida	Lmfao, wow. Totally forgot about the seals.

01-08-2021, 03:04 PM	#38
Elvolvito Board Member Join Date: Sep 2020 Location: Florida	Alright everybody, I’m glad to finally be able to say that she’s up & running again! I just installed the washers on the filter & now there’s no leaks anymore. What’s puzzling me right now is that last time I tried installing the fuel pump/filter, there was a hose in the middle back of the car that was leaking fuel, as well as the fuel leaking from the ends of the filter. However, now that the washers are on, the hose has also stopped leaking. I’ve looked around every hose in the back of the car & can’t find anything.

01-08-2021, 03:54 PM	#40
Elvolvito Board Member Join Date: Sep 2020 Location: Florida	Alright well, after further inspection I’ve noticed that the bigger banjo bolt of the fuel filter is leaking about one drop of fuel every 5 or so minutes, even after adding both washers that came with the Fcp kit. I’m considering just putting some sealant around it since it’s not that big of an issue. I’ve included a photo so you can see where it’s leaking out of. (At the tip of the flat head in the photo) https://imgur.com/a/y5kGYTh

01-08-2021, 11:53 PM	#43
ZVOLV <Master Tech> Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: California	One washer on each side!