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Edelbrock 383 Fuel System - How To Get Gas: Part II

Engineering A Simple And Aesthetic Fuel System On Roy Brizio's '55 Chevy
By Bill Ganahl
Edelbrock 383 Fuel System
We were able to get started... 
   
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Edelbrock 383 Fuel System
We were able to get started on the lines now that the Rock Valley gas tank was mounted and the pickup tube was done.
Edelbrock 383 Fuel System
Edelbrock 383 Fuel System
It can be a tedious and potentially... 
   
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Edelbrock 383 Fuel System
It can be a tedious and potentially frustrating process if you haven't assembled braided hose AN fittings before. The first step is to cut the braided line.
Edelbrock 383 Fuel System
One of the more difficult... 
   
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Edelbrock 383 Fuel System
One of the more difficult tasks in this procedure is stuffing the braided hose into the AN fitting collar. We removed the electrical tape carefully from the hose and twisted the hose end into the fitting.
Edelbrock 383 Fuel System
Once we had a hose end installed,... 
   
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Edelbrock 383 Fuel System
Once we had a hose end installed, it was time to measure the length of each line. We installed both fittings in position and marked the hose with a pen for the cut.
Edelbrock 383 Fuel System
We then drilled a hole in... 
   
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Edelbrock 383 Fuel System
We then drilled a hole in the frame large enough to install a grommet to protect the fuel line. PCV grommets for valve covers are the perfect size.
Edelbrock 383 Fuel System
We applied a small amount... 
   
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Edelbrock 383 Fuel System
We applied a small amount of antiseize to the threads to prevent galling before we assembled the hose fitting.
Edelbrock 383 Fuel System
Once the fuel line was run... 
   
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Edelbrock 383 Fuel System
Once the fuel line was run through the frame, we cut the hose to length and installed a hose end.
Edelbrock 383 Fuel System
The soft jaws pictured here... 
   
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Edelbrock 383 Fuel System
The soft jaws pictured here in the vise are extremely helpful when tightening these hose fittings.
Edelbrock 383 Fuel System
One of the reasons we use... 
   
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Edelbrock 383 Fuel System
One of the reasons we use soft-line is that it can be hidden inside a framerail, where it's protected and out of sight
Edelbrock 383 Fuel System
In order to ensure steady... 
   
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Edelbrock 383 Fuel System
In order to ensure steady and accurate fuel pressure, we decided to use a fuel pressure regulator.
Edelbrock 383 Fuel System
We mounted the regulator low... 
   
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Edelbrock 383 Fuel System
We mounted the regulator low on the engine so it would be close to the point where our fuel line would exit the frame.
Edelbrock 383 Fuel System
The last line we ran connected... 
   
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Edelbrock 383 Fuel System
The last line we ran connected the regulator to the carburetor. Once these fittings are polished, they will really look good!
Edelbrock
310.781.2222

edelbrock.com
Russell Performance Products
225 Fentress Blvd.
Daytona Beach
FL  32114
(904) 253-8980

www.russellperformance.com
Holley
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Tanks Inc
Rock Valley Antique Auto Parts
Route 72 & Rothwell Rd.
Box 352
Stillman Valley
IL  61084

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