Can someone give the correct layout of the fuel line from tank to carb. I only have one metal pipe. At the moment running from the Carb I have: Rubber pipe - metal pipe - small amount rubber pipe - filter (one end goes through firewall) rubber pipe to tank. I dont think that is right.

Can and where from can I get the rubber firwall grommet as I dont have one at the mo. Have seen that I can use a bit of rubber pipe for the firewall if i have to.

I take it I need a pipe clamp to stop loss of fuel? Is there a cunning plan to replace the pipe from the tank without it being empty?

If I need more metal pipe sections where can I get some from.

Cheers

Anyone point me in the right direction as I'm hoping to do this very soon

Cheers.

Ps I have searched on here and all my books from John Muir to Bentley dont show the route and combination of rubber/metal pipe

First of all, it's imperative you have the correct grade of fuel line - try Volksbolts (are on web and Ebay) - they do a kit that has all the correct clamps and hose you'll need to do the job...

Order is (from tank)

This is assuming stock single carb set up...

Short length - 3 to 4" then into an inline fuel filter - make sure it's the type that has barbed ends - if you've replaced the tank outlet spigot and filter and cleaned and sealed the tank you might not need the filter...

Rubber hose long enough to go from the filter past/through the three tab clips on the underside of the cargo area

Then a metal pipe all the way through the bulkhead, round the fan housing, passing through the HT cable guide (it's a specific part, don't just order what "looks" the right one as somebody may have done

After that it's a short run from the pipe with a bit of rubber hose to the fuel pump.

Notes:
ALWAYS use new correct type and bore of hose and replace it annually
The steel pipe can be had from VW Heritage but it comes with different bends and is a bit of a cow to unbend cos it's Kunifer ie alloy steel pipe. You could probably get this from a motor factor or compressed air specialist I think it's 5.5mm od
New correct clamps on all joints
A P clip can be used on the LH fanhousing screw that the steel pipe will go past
ALWAYS put a grommet where the pipe passes through the bulkhead - again, Status, Heritage and M7 do the correct bit

Hope this helps

That is superb! I have got the rubber pipe, clips and filter off M7 - They dont do the grommet. Will hunt down more metal pipe as mine isnt long enough to go from near the carb and throgh the firewall.

Cheers

Have a look at these shot's showing my all steel fuel lines. Not quite standard but much better than rubber

Very impressive!

Just checked on WW for the grommet on above link $0.75 for the grommet and $41 for shipping!! Have found the items on the usual sites - had to use google to find them rather than the site specific headings.