F 350 4WD Pickup V8-351 5.8L VIN G 2-bbl (1985)
Figure 23 - Tubing Splice
NOTE:
To make hand insertion of the barbed connectors into the nylon easier, the tube end must be soaked in a cup of boiling water for one minute
immediately before pushing the barbs into the nylon. Refer to Figure 23 for all splicing service combinations.
a.
Put two (2) Keystone clamps (part number 377931) onto the original nylon tubing (loosely) before beginning Step 6.
6.
Complete the splice by connecting the barbed connector to the original nylon. Refer to Figure 23 for the proper barb insertion.
a.
Tighten the clamps in the locations shown in Figure 23.
7.
Connect the new connector assembly to the steel tube end. Pull back on the connection to insure that the fittings have completely engaged and are
locked.
8.
Check that the underbody clips are properly securing the fuel tubes.
9.
Start engine and check for fuel leaks.
Replacing Damaged Steel Push Connect Tube Ends
1.
Relieve fuel system pressure as outlined in the 1985 Car/Truck Shop Manual - Powertrain Section 24-50. Read cautionary note prior to relieving
pressurized fuel systems.
2.
Using a tube cutter, remove the damaged push connect tube end at a convenient distance from the end.
NOTE:
Allow for adequate room to tighten a union with a wrench at this location.
