Please Replace Your Fuel Hoses Or Look At Them Closely!

[benl1981]

I have an early R33 and been doing a few mods.

I did the fuel pump about 3 months ago and recently have noticed a bit of a fuel smell (not so major).

Jacked up the car and there was signs of fluid around the back, strong smell near wheel arch.

The hose connecting to the top of the pump was bulging and leaking petrol. It was fine at the time of doing the pump.

I am going to start replacing as many fuel hoses as possible..especially in the engine bay. Remember to use the injection hose SAE 30R9 NOT 30R7

While I had the turbo off I replaced all the leaky power steer hose (gone hard over time) and also did the radiator hoses.

This can be done relatively cheaply but the fuel hose is most important to get right.

Fuel Hose - Go to reputable place probably less than $10/m

Power Steer Hose - Went to Enzed and got some straight hose for all the return hoses and hose to pump.

Radiator Hoses - Got the 2 from www.gimmecarparts.com.au for about $60-$70

Unfortunately R32s and R33 are getting pretty old. While they are tough cars and reliable a hoses is a hose

Posted in the forced induction area since people doing mods should first do the basic maintanence.

Edited October 19, 2007 by benl1981