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If you haven't tested your fuel lines by pressurizing them and submerging them in water I encourage you to do so. I couldn't get the Blueprint supplied materials to work. Every hose that I made up had leaks. And, clearly, making up these hoses is pretty straightforward. The fittings had no brand identification stamped on them and when I called Blueprint to inquire about fitting and hose manufacturers, they said they couldn't tell me because they buy in bulk and periodically buy from different sources. Based on that if you happen to fall on the cusp of a change, you could get different manufacturers of hose and fittings. And even if you do get the same manufacturer, it is likely from an unknow overseas source. Since there was no way to know what I was dealing with, I tossed all the Blueprint stuff and bought quality name brands. Hose went together without leaks.
Pat
MK4 complete kit Nov 2024, Blueprint 347, TKX, Hyd clutch, IRS, 3.55, touring shocks, 17" wheels, 11.65 brakes,
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No need to submerge the lines in water to pressure test. I simply pressurized my entire plumbed fuel system with Fragola's test kit, and sprayed all the unions with soapy water. I had a couple to tighten, but all was good after that.
Greg, you can borrow my Fragola pressure test kit when you're ready. It's just a couple of fittings.
Greg
Built an early MkIII years ago, sold years ago. Back after 18 years to build a MkIV
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Originally Posted by
gbranham
No need to submerge the lines in water to pressure test. I simply pressurized my entire plumbed fuel system with Fragola's test kit, and sprayed all the unions with soapy water. I had a couple to tighten, but all was good after that.
Greg, you can borrow my Fragola pressure test kit when you're ready. It's just a couple of fittings.
Greg
I remember you told me you had the test kit and I’ll definitely take you up on the offer.
I actually had to buy a couple of fittings for the fuel filter, turns out the filter outlet and inlet is 3/8 NPT.
I got the Evil Energy ones from Amazon and they honestly look exactly the same as the fittings I got from Blueprint.
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Originally Posted by
PMD24
If you haven't tested your fuel lines by pressurizing them and submerging them in water I encourage you to do so. I couldn't get the Blueprint supplied materials to work. Every hose that I made up had leaks. And, clearly, making up these hoses is pretty straightforward. The fittings had no brand identification stamped on them and when I called Blueprint to inquire about fitting and hose manufacturers, they said they couldn't tell me because they buy in bulk and periodically buy from different sources. Based on that if you happen to fall on the cusp of a change, you could get different manufacturers of hose and fittings. And even if you do get the same manufacturer, it is likely from an unknow overseas source. Since there was no way to know what I was dealing with, I tossed all the Blueprint stuff and bought quality name brands. Hose went together without leaks.
Pat
I'm hoping mine are ok, I'll definitely test them soon.
I wouldn't be pleased to have to start all over again but nothing would surprise me at this point.
GBranham used Evil Energy stuff from Amazon on most of his stuff and his is holding up fine.
Honestly the stuff I got from Blueprint looks like the same stuff.
I bought a couple of Evil Energy fittings I needed and they look identical.
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Originally Posted by
Mike.Bray
Definitely add a red pinstripe. Details details
Mike Bray you were correct on the pinstripe, I just got these back today.
I found out when I went to install my steering shaft I ended up getting two upper shafts and no middle shaft so on to the next thing until I get one from FF.
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Originally Posted by
TrackDay17
Mike Bray you were correct on the pinstripe, I just got these back today.
I found out when I went to install my steering shaft I ended up getting two upper shafts and no middle shaft so on to the next thing until I get one from FF.
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Very nice!
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Originally Posted by
TrackDay17
Mike Bray you were correct on the pinstripe, I just got these back today.
I found out when I went to install my steering shaft I ended up getting two upper shafts and no middle shaft so on to the next thing until I get one from FF.
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The wheels turned out really good. What is your plan for lug nuts ? I just ordered wheels and I can't see just using cheap lug nuts on expensive wheels.
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I'm using the covers which I painted along with the wheels so I'll probably use the provided lug nuts unless they are a problem.
If I wasn't going to use the covers I'd probably find some nice black ones to use that would cover the end too.
I think I'll polish the knockoffs more later.
Only polished parts are the knockoffs and I'm considering leaving the fuel cap polished too instead of powder coating that but I haven't made up my mind, I'll probably take it apart though and coat it too.
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Originally Posted by
TrackDay17
I'm using the covers which I painted along with the wheels so I'll probably use the provided lug nuts unless they are a problem.
If I wasn't going to use the covers I'd probably find some nice black ones to use that would cover the end too.
I think I'll polish the knockoffs more later.
Only polished parts are the knockoffs and I'm considering leaving the fuel cap polished too instead of powder coating that but I haven't made up my mind, I'll probably take it apart though and coat it too.
Ah...that's right, those wheels have covers. The ones I ended up with don't. I'm going to have to figure something out...I'll have to have some that will match bronze though.
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I finally got up the nerve to drill the dash for my gauges after I decided how I wanted to lay it out.
I ended up liking GBranham's dash layout and so I loosely followed his lead after seeing his car several times.
I think I am going to order an oil temp gauge to complete the 4 gauge setup on the right.
I kind of kick myself for not ordering it when I placed my order with Speedhut.
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