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Ken Henderson is currently offline  Ken Henderson   United States
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Following on the tale of Stick's FD & Tom's fuel leaks:

Both Stick's coach with unknown age lines, and mine with 12+ year old
30R7 (or maybe worse) lines, need all the fuel hoses replaced ASAP.
We learned yesterday that Stick's persistent leak when filling the
tanks is from the "burp hose" just below the fuel filler -- it's a
steel reinforced hose, probably hydraulic, that should never have been
installed -- many years ago. Just gushes gas when it burps.

While hose replacement has been discussed here almost as often as
tires, I'm going to broach it again:

It's my intention to use only Goodyear 30R9 hoses.

Short sections for coupling will be mounted, with spring clamps,
between the tank-top fittings and new steel tubes extending past the
tanks' edges.

Beyond the tanks, I expect to use steel lines everywhere possible,
again with short couplings of 30R9. For the supply lines, I've
already got those in place on my coach. We'll have to fabricate lines
for Stick's.

The vent lines will also be converted to steel where feasible, with
separate "burp lines" to near the filler neck connection.

I not only trust steel lines more than rubber, especially in todays
ethanol world, but also expect the steel line to cost a fraction of
what 30R9 does (25'x3/8" 30R9 for $181.97).

The question is, has anyone maintained a list of the steel lines and
hose couplings needed for an installation like I've described? Either
for 23' or 26' will be a big help.

TIA,

Ken H.
Americus, GA
'76 X-Birchaven w/Cad500/Howell EFI+ & EBL
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Re: [GMCnet] New Fuel Lines [message #127910 is a reply to message #127905] Sun, 29 May 2011 17:01 Go to previous messageGo to next message
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Ken Henderson wrote on Sun, 29 May 2011 15:35



I not only trust steel lines more than rubber, especially in todays
ethanol world, but also expect the steel line to cost a fraction of
what 30R9 does (25'x3/8" 30R9 for $181.97).

Ken H.
Americus, GA



HOL..Sh........COW. A fraction of the cost is an understatement!!

http://www.amazon.com/Goodyear-20296571-30r9-Black-Injection/dp/B001VY1MLA

At over $7/ft, I guess maybe I'll do a little more steel...

Speaking of steel, has anyone looked at this stuff?

http://www.brakequip.com/tubes.html

Sounds like a lot easier to work with than steel brake/fuel line. Have not been able to find a price or local supplier on line.


Larry Smile
78 Royale w/500 Caddy
Menomonie, WI.
Re: [GMCnet] New Fuel Lines [message #127912 is a reply to message #127910] Sun, 29 May 2011 17:25 Go to previous messageGo to next message
Ken Henderson is currently offline  Ken Henderson   United States
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Shocking, isn't it? That was the first price Google found. More
searching later found it for $84 for 25' of 3/8". Still 'way more
than steel.

How's that EziBend work? For such easy bending, it seems like it
would have to be an "accordian" -- which would extend under pressure.

Ken H.
Americus, GA
'76 X-Birchaven w/Cad500/Howell EFI+ & EBL
www.gmcwipersetc.com



On Sun, May 29, 2011 at 6:01 PM, Larry <weidnerl@wwt.net> wrote:
>
>
> Ken Henderson wrote on Sun, 29 May 2011 15:35
>> I not only trust steel lines more than rubber, especially in todays
>> ethanol world, but also expect the steel line to cost a fraction of
>> what 30R9 does (25'x3/8" 30R9 for $181.97).
>>
> HOL..Sh........COW. A fraction of the cost is an understatement!!
>
> http://www.amazon.com/Goodyear-20296571-30r9-Black-Injection/dp/B001VY1MLA
>
> At over $7/ft, I guess maybe I'll do a little more steel...
>
> Speaking of steel, has anyone looked at this stuff?
>
> http://www.brakequip.com/tubes.html
>
> Sounds like a lot easier to work with than steel brake/fuel line.  Have not been able to find a price or local supplier on line.
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Re: [GMCnet] New Fuel Lines [message #127919 is a reply to message #127910] Sun, 29 May 2011 18:36 Go to previous messageGo to next message
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G'day,

John Sharpe replaced a lot of the fuel line in his Spectrum with what I
believe was aluminum tubing.

I've Cc'd him on this email to make sure he sees it.

Regards,
Rob M.
USAussie - Downunder
AUS '75 Avion - The Blue Streak TZE365V100428
USA '75 Avion - Double Trouble TZE365V100426


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HOL..Sh........COW. A fraction of the cost is an understatement!!

http://www.amazon.com/Goodyear-20296571-30r9-Black-Injection/dp/B001VY1MLA

At over $7/ft, I guess maybe I'll do a little more steel...

Speaking of steel, has anyone looked at this stuff?

http://www.brakequip.com/tubes.html

Sounds like a lot easier to work with than steel brake/fuel line. Have not
been able to find a price or local supplier on line.
--
Larry :)
78 Royale w/500 Caddy
Menomonie, WI.


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Re: [GMCnet] New Fuel Lines [message #127920 is a reply to message #127905] Sun, 29 May 2011 18:43 Go to previous messageGo to next message
USAussie is currently offline  USAussie   United States
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Ken,

Why don't you eliminate the rubber lines completely by using flared or
compression fittings?

The next time I have my tanks down I intend to install them on the lines
that come out of the fuel senders / pickups. There is enough room to use
them after cutting the beads off.

Both Parker Hannifin and Swagelok make a fitting that has a compression
fitting on one side and a flared fitting on the other. The compression side
goes on the fuel sender / pickup; the flared goes to the line across the top
of the tank.

If you're interested I'd be happy to do the research and find you a source.

Regards,
Rob M.
USAussie - Downunder
AUS '75 Avion - The Blue Streak TZE365V100428
USA '75 Avion - Double Trouble TZE365V100426


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[mailto:gmclist-bounces@temp.gmcnet.org] On Behalf Of Ken Henderson
Sent: Monday, May 30, 2011 6:36 AM
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Subject: [GMCnet] New Fuel Lines

Following on the tale of Stick's FD & Tom's fuel leaks:

Both Stick's coach with unknown age lines, and mine with 12+ year old
30R7 (or maybe worse) lines, need all the fuel hoses replaced ASAP.
We learned yesterday that Stick's persistent leak when filling the
tanks is from the "burp hose" just below the fuel filler -- it's a
steel reinforced hose, probably hydraulic, that should never have been
installed -- many years ago. Just gushes gas when it burps.

While hose replacement has been discussed here almost as often as
tires, I'm going to broach it again:

It's my intention to use only Goodyear 30R9 hoses.

Short sections for coupling will be mounted, with spring clamps,
between the tank-top fittings and new steel tubes extending past the
tanks' edges.

Beyond the tanks, I expect to use steel lines everywhere possible,
again with short couplings of 30R9. For the supply lines, I've
already got those in place on my coach. We'll have to fabricate lines
for Stick's.

The vent lines will also be converted to steel where feasible, with
separate "burp lines" to near the filler neck connection.

I not only trust steel lines more than rubber, especially in todays
ethanol world, but also expect the steel line to cost a fraction of
what 30R9 does (25'x3/8" 30R9 for $181.97).

The question is, has anyone maintained a list of the steel lines and
hose couplings needed for an installation like I've described? Either
for 23' or 26' will be a big help.

TIA,

Ken H.
Americus, GA
'76 X-Birchaven w/Cad500/Howell EFI+ & EBL
www.gmcwipersetc.com
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Re: [GMCnet] New Fuel Lines [message #127923 is a reply to message #127920] Sun, 29 May 2011 19:27 Go to previous messageGo to next message
Ken Henderson is currently offline  Ken Henderson   United States
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Rob,

I'd certainly consider using compression fittings if I could be sure I
could secure the tubes so that vibration didn't break the elbows where
they come out of the tank. I'm not going to go to all the trouble of
cleaning the tanks well enough to solder or braze the lines to the
tank. That leaves using some sort of adhesive -- which I might try.
Even gobs of Liquid Nails set up pretty good. Someone may know of
something better. It would certainly be nice to eliminate all
"rubber" on top of the tanks.

Why do you suggest compression+flare rather than comp.+comp.?

Ken H.


On Sun, May 29, 2011 at 7:43 PM, Rob Mueller <robmueller@iinet.net.au> wrote:
> Ken,
>
> Why don't you eliminate the rubber lines completely by using flared or
> compression fittings?
>
> The next time I have my tanks down I intend to install them on the lines
> that come out of the fuel senders / pickups. There is enough room to use
> them after cutting the beads off.
>
> Both Parker Hannifin and Swagelok make a fitting that has a compression
> fitting on one side and a flared fitting on the other. The compression side
> goes on the fuel sender / pickup; the flared goes to the line across the top
> of the tank.
>
> If you're interested I'd be happy to do the research and find you a source.
>
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Re: [GMCnet] New Fuel Lines [message #127928 is a reply to message #127923] Sun, 29 May 2011 19:47 Go to previous messageGo to next message
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I had the same concerns as Ken when I put steel on top of my tanks so I used short pieces of rubber lines. Now, I plan to do this one more time. My thinking is to do it the same way but cut a hole in the floor, 2, so I can easily access the sender and change the short rubber piece if necessary. Doing it again to put the elec. fuel pumps in the tanks.
Dan


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Re: [GMCnet] New Fuel Lines [message #127934 is a reply to message #127928] Sun, 29 May 2011 20:02 Go to previous messageGo to next message
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I'm not going to provide access from the top. I'd rather drop the
tanks than R&R the carpet (or flooring if SHE ever agrees to that).

Ken H.

On Sun, May 29, 2011 at 8:47 PM, Dan Gregg <gregg_dan@hotmail.com> wrote:
>
>
> I had the same concerns as Ken when I put steel on top of my tanks so I used short pieces of rubber lines. Now, I plan to do this one more time. My thinking is to do it the same way but cut a hole in the floor, 2, so I can easily access the sender and change the short rubber piece if necessary. Doing it again to put the elec. fuel pumps in the tanks.
> Dan
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Re: [GMCnet] New Fuel Lines [message #127938 is a reply to message #127923] Sun, 29 May 2011 20:20 Go to previous messageGo to next message
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Ken,

You raise a good point regarding the effects of vibration on the lines
across the top of the tank.

It was my intent to:

1) run 3M double sided tape for the full length of the lines starting just
after the fittings ending just before they curve around the side of the tank
to secure them to the top of the tank.

2) cover the length adhered with some WIDE duct tape.

When I pulled the tanks at the COOP I noted that the rubber lines were held
in place with duct tape and it was stuck to the top of the tank quite well.
Having said that the tape was only in place for a year or so as I assume Ken
Frey had applied it when he replaced the rubber lines. It would be a good
idea to check the long term effects of temperatures over 100 degrees on
double sided tape and duct tape.

I realize that this might not be the "best" way to do this but felt it was a
way to be able to remove the lines should the fuel tank senders / pickups
needed replacing.

There were two reasons to use compression / flared fittings:

1) I did not know if you could move the fuel tank senders / pickups far
enough to be able to get the tubes out of the compression fittings.

2) I am of the opinion that flared fittings can be removed and replaced
countless times with no leak problems whereas compression fittings can not.
You would probably be OK using compression - compression, however, being the
anally retentive perfectionist that I am . . . . .

Regards,
Rob M.
USAussie - Downunder
AUS '75 Avion - The Blue Streak TZE365V100428
USA '75 Avion - Double Trouble TZE365V100426


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Rob,

I'd certainly consider using compression fittings if I could be sure I
could secure the tubes so that vibration didn't break the elbows where
they come out of the tank. I'm not going to go to all the trouble of
cleaning the tanks well enough to solder or braze the lines to the
tank. That leaves using some sort of adhesive -- which I might try.
Even gobs of Liquid Nails set up pretty good. Someone may know of
something better. It would certainly be nice to eliminate all
"rubber" on top of the tanks.

Why do you suggest compression+flare rather than comp.+comp.?

Ken H.



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Re: [GMCnet] New Fuel Lines [message #127942 is a reply to message #127938] Sun, 29 May 2011 20:35 Go to previous messageGo to next message
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I don't know if vibration on metal fuel lines would be of great concern.
They are used across the front crossmember to the mechanical pump with a
short flex line at the pump, followed by a short line from the pump to the
carb, and many other places on the coach including brake lines. If one uses
teflon lined fuel injection hose for connectors from the sender/fuel line
that exits the tanks, and full circle hose clamps, that should be a bullet
proof set up. Probably don't want metal lines dancing merrily along on top
of the gas tanks though. Some thought should be given to shock absorbing
material that they could lie in, with a hold down that will allow elongation
and contraction while still dampening the shakes.
Jim Hupy
Salem, OR
78 GMC Royale 403

On Sun, May 29, 2011 at 6:20 PM, Rob Mueller <robmueller@iinet.net.au>wrote:

> Ken,
>
> You raise a good point regarding the effects of vibration on the lines
> across the top of the tank.
>
> It was my intent to:
>
> 1) run 3M double sided tape for the full length of the lines starting just
> after the fittings ending just before they curve around the side of the
> tank
> to secure them to the top of the tank.
>
> 2) cover the length adhered with some WIDE duct tape.
>
> When I pulled the tanks at the COOP I noted that the rubber lines were held
> in place with duct tape and it was stuck to the top of the tank quite well.
> Having said that the tape was only in place for a year or so as I assume
> Ken
> Frey had applied it when he replaced the rubber lines. It would be a good
> idea to check the long term effects of temperatures over 100 degrees on
> double sided tape and duct tape.
>
> I realize that this might not be the "best" way to do this but felt it was
> a
> way to be able to remove the lines should the fuel tank senders / pickups
> needed replacing.
>
> There were two reasons to use compression / flared fittings:
>
> 1) I did not know if you could move the fuel tank senders / pickups far
> enough to be able to get the tubes out of the compression fittings.
>
> 2) I am of the opinion that flared fittings can be removed and replaced
> countless times with no leak problems whereas compression fittings can not.
> You would probably be OK using compression - compression, however, being
> the
> anally retentive perfectionist that I am . . . . .
>
> Regards,
> Rob M.
> USAussie - Downunder
> AUS '75 Avion - The Blue Streak TZE365V100428
> USA '75 Avion - Double Trouble TZE365V100426
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: gmclist-bounces@temp.gmcnet.org
> [mailto:gmclist-bounces@temp.gmcnet.org] On Behalf Of Ken Henderson
> Sent: Monday, May 30, 2011 10:27 AM
> To: gmclist@temp.gmcnet.org
> Subject: Re: [GMCnet] New Fuel Lines
>
> Rob,
>
> I'd certainly consider using compression fittings if I could be sure I
> could secure the tubes so that vibration didn't break the elbows where
> they come out of the tank. I'm not going to go to all the trouble of
> cleaning the tanks well enough to solder or braze the lines to the
> tank. That leaves using some sort of adhesive -- which I might try.
> Even gobs of Liquid Nails set up pretty good. Someone may know of
> something better. It would certainly be nice to eliminate all
> "rubber" on top of the tanks.
>
> Why do you suggest compression+flare rather than comp.+comp.?
>
> Ken H.
>
>
>
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Re: [GMCnet] New Fuel Lines [message #127943 is a reply to message #127928] Sun, 29 May 2011 20:40 Go to previous messageGo to next message
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Dan,

I too intend to put access ports in the floor.

To get them in the exact right spot I was going to:

1) drop the tanks
2) make a plate that replaced the fuel senders / pickups that had a screw
with a sharpened end on it in the middle of the plate
3) install the plate made in step 2 in the tank
4) raise the tank back in place so the sharpened screw will mark the
aluminum covered foam insulation
5) drill a 1/8" hole up through the insulation and the plywood flooring
6) use a hole saw (diameter TBD) inside to cut down through the plywood
flooring and foam insulation
7) use a router to cut a recess (width and depth TBD) around the hole for a
plug to fit in

Regards,
Rob M.
USAussie - Downunder
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I had the same concerns as Ken when I put steel on top of my tanks so I used
short pieces of rubber lines. Now, I plan to do this one more time. My
thinking is to do it the same way but cut a hole in the floor, 2, so I can
easily access the sender and change the short rubber piece if necessary.
Doing it again to put the elec. fuel pumps in the tanks. Dan


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Re: [GMCnet] New Fuel Lines [message #127949 is a reply to message #127943] Sun, 29 May 2011 22:02 Go to previous messageGo to next message
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I used stainless steel lines from Summit on the port injection system. Ran the lines solid using compression fittings. Used high pressure flex hoses at the fuel filter and fuel rail. I would think that aluminum would work fine on TBI and carburetor systems. It's less than $1 per foot for a 25' roll, though the fittings can add up pretty fast.

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Re: [GMCnet] New Fuel Lines [message #127959 is a reply to message #127942] Sun, 29 May 2011 23:03 Go to previous messageGo to next message
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On 5/29/2011 6:35 PM, James Hupy wrote:
> I don't know if vibration on metal fuel lines would be of great concern.

> If one uses teflon lined fuel injection hose for connectors from the sender/fuel line
> that exits the tanks, and full circle hose clamps, that should be a bullet
> proof set up.

Right. Two short pieces of hose, two lengths of steel line
(I used 3/8" brake line, cut to length and deburred,
properly bulged on the ends), SS hose clamps. Short pieces
of hose to steel lines running along frame rail to selector
valve and electric pump. Short pieces of hose from there to
steel lines through front frame, etc. New insulated clamps
to frame where necessary.

> Probably don't want metal lines dancing merrily along on top
> of the gas tanks though. Some thought should be given to shock absorbing
> material that they could lie in, with a hold down that will allow elongation
> and contraction while still dampening the shakes.

I used electrical duct sealant. $2 a brick at Home Depot.
It's a lot like dum-dum used to insulate/seal the
refrigerant lines. But not quite as gooey. Roll it out like
a soft Tootsie Roll, mush it in to the thoughtfully placed
trough in the top of the tank(s), set steel lines into it,
roll out another piece, flatten and mush it over the top of
the lines. Adjust as necessary. No rattles, no shakes, no
corrosion, no hardening, no runs, no errors.

Sorry I couldn't come up with a more expensive and complex
solution. On the day I did my tanks, I had given the Rube
Goldberg side of my brain the day off.



Toby Maki
'73 Glacier 230
Riverside, CA

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Re: [GMCnet] New Fuel Lines [message #127970 is a reply to message #127905] Mon, 30 May 2011 08:26 Go to previous messageGo to next message
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I have a roll of 3/8" copper somewhere out in the garage (no man's land). Any reason why we couldn't use copper for fuel lines?

Larry Smile
78 Royale w/500 Caddy
Menomonie, WI.
Re: [GMCnet] New Fuel Lines [message #127971 is a reply to message #127970] Mon, 30 May 2011 08:39 Go to previous messageGo to next message
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Yes, it is very subject to "work hardening" and subject to cracking in the
flares. Also isn't DOT listed for such use.
Jim Hupy
Salem, OR
78 GMC Royale 403

On Mon, May 30, 2011 at 6:27 AM, Larry <weidnerl@wwt.net> wrote:

>
>
> I have a roll of 3/8" copper somewhere out in the garage (no man's land).
> Any reason why we couldn't use copper for fuel lines?
> --
> Larry :)
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Re: [GMCnet] New Fuel Lines [message #127987 is a reply to message #127971] Mon, 30 May 2011 11:14 Go to previous messageGo to next message
jaholland is currently offline  jaholland   United States
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Ken;

Enjoyed reading these interesting and informative posts.

When you guys get all of the fuel line issues corrected
and prefab an extra set just let me know ~
We will bring the 'ole'gospel ship' your way so that you
can show me how easily they can be installed ~

I should just about be finished with all of the repairs
caused by the April 27th Tornado by that time ~

~ Joe ~


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Re: [GMCnet] New Fuel Lines [message #128026 is a reply to message #127987] Mon, 30 May 2011 18:30 Go to previous messageGo to next message
Ken Henderson is currently offline  Ken Henderson   United States
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We'll probably reach a consensus on this right after those on tires
and brake arrangements. :-)

Ken H.


On Mon, May 30, 2011 at 12:14 PM, J A Holland <acts238bishop@yahoo.com> wrote:
>
>
> Ken;
>
> Enjoyed reading these interesting and informative posts.
>
> When you guys get all of the fuel line issues corrected
> and prefab an extra set just let me know ~
> We will bring the 'ole'gospel ship' your way so that you
> can show me how easily they can be installed ~
...
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Re: [GMCnet] New Fuel Lines [message #128028 is a reply to message #128026] Mon, 30 May 2011 18:51 Go to previous messageGo to next message
Mr ERFisher is currently offline  Mr ERFisher   United States
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did you all ;>) read the links here on metal lines, how to hold them down
etal ?
http://gmcmotorhome.info/Fuel.html#third

gene

On Mon, May 30, 2011 at 4:30 PM, Ken Henderson <hend4800@bellsouth.net>wrote:

> We'll probably reach a consensus on this right after those on tires
> and brake arrangements. :-)
>
> Ken H.
>
>
> On Mon, May 30, 2011 at 12:14 PM, J A Holland <acts238bishop@yahoo.com>
> wrote:
> >
> >
> > Ken;
> >
> > Enjoyed reading these interesting and informative posts.
> >
> > When you guys get all of the fuel line issues corrected
> > and prefab an extra set just let me know ~
> > We will bring the 'ole'gospel ship' your way so that you
> > can show me how easily they can be installed ~
> ...
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Re: [GMCnet] New Fuel Lines [message #128030 is a reply to message #128026] Mon, 30 May 2011 20:39 Go to previous messageGo to next message
jimk is currently offline  jimk   United States
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Ken,
You sound like a Retired Officer that might be running for an office.


On Mon, May 30, 2011 at 4:30 PM, Ken Henderson <hend4800@bellsouth.net> wrote:
> We'll probably reach a consensus on this right after those on tires
> and brake arrangements. :-)
>
> Ken H.
>
>
> On Mon, May 30, 2011 at 12:14 PM, J A Holland <acts238bishop@yahoo.com> wrote:
>>
>>
>> Ken;
>>
>> Enjoyed reading these interesting and informative posts.
>>
>> When you guys get all of the fuel line issues corrected
>> and prefab an extra set just let me know ~
>> We will bring the 'ole'gospel ship' your way so that you
>> can show me how easily they can be installed ~
> ...
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Re: [GMCnet] New Fuel Lines [message #128032 is a reply to message #128030] Mon, 30 May 2011 22:04 Go to previous message
Ken Henderson is currently offline  Ken Henderson   United States
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Just you wait -- I'll get you back for that slur!

Ken H.


On Mon, May 30, 2011 at 9:39 PM, Jim Kanomata <jimkanomata@gmail.com> wrote:
> Ken,
> You sound like a Retired Officer that might be running for an office.
>
>
> On Mon, May 30, 2011 at 4:30 PM, Ken Henderson <hend4800@bellsouth.net> wrote:
>> We'll probably reach a consensus on this right after those on tires
>> and brake arrangements. :-)
>>
>> Ken H.
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