I have been in the process of detailing my engine and I noticed that there is evidence that a rat was in there at some point. He partially chewed through my fuel line but from what I can tell, it is not leaking anywhere. Since it would be a major PITA to replace the line due to its location in the engine, I would like to repair it as good as possible. Does anyone know if there is a putty or something that I can spread over the fuel line that can:

1. provide a strong, permanent bond.
2. be able to withstand high temps.
3. not do further damage by possibly seeping into the fuel line.

Any ideas or input would be greatly appreciated... Happy New Years!

 

There's no way I'd take any chances with a compromised fuel line. I'd replace it ASAP. Acura now stocks a tape that is a rodent repellent. It's really made for wrapping electrical wires. Don't know how heat resistant it is or if it could/should be wrapped around a new fuel line before installation.

 

Whats that tape that you can wrap water hose, electrical lines, pipes and some parts under the hood. Its an informercial i saw on tv. It comes in many different color. It suppose to be water proof because he wrapped his iphone and threw it in an aquarium. What is it. Some one will chime in...

 

Depending on the location, you can always cut out the area and replace it with high pressure fuel line.

 

^^^^I hope he meant that to be in RED

 

so you mean the rubber line from the chassis/fire wall to the engine itself?

if so, not that bad to replace at all, and as far as repairing, no repairs will hold up to gasoline, other then replacing it (or maybe cutting out said section and replacing with high pressure fuel line and and some barbed fittings; but still recommend replacing though)


and do you mean part #3
http://www.hondapartsunlimited.com/i...&submit=submit

if so don't be a f@cking cheap ass, and just patch it (it's only like $28; did not realize the price of it at first )

even then i forgot that the 3g even has quick disconnects for that section, so even easier to f@ck up if you try doing it yourself (they can be a bitch to remove though, but you get new clips anyways )

 

I wish it had chewed part #3 instead because that would be easy to get to.... unfortunately the rat chose the rubber hose portion on part # 9 here:

http://www.acurapartswarehouse.com/P...gPicture=False

The part connects the fuel rails. I'm not sure how I'm going to get to it.

 

still a pressure line though, and as far as getting to it, more then likely will have to pull the intake manifold off (and in all honesty, not that hard)
anyhow here is a 2g TL DIY for it, it is basically the EXACT same other then for a few different electrical connectors, and locations of vacuum lines and such; and for records of where any lines and such go, take PICTURES beforehand; and when you pull it off, do not yank it, should basically slide right up, check for something still connected
links:
https://acurazine.com/forums/showthr...4#post11434934

or

https://acurazine.com/forums/showpos...67&postcount=8



also make sure to wear gloves, or at least clean down the area first to disinfect it (there may be more of a nest under there)

 

also forgot to add, especially if you are not the most comfortable doing it, stuff some paper towels down each port to prevent anything from dropping down into the cylinders, and don't forget to pull them out once down (they can pass through the engine if needed without damage, but in no way ideal though)

 

Thanks for the info. It looks like that's the route that I'm going to have to go. I hope I don't manage to screw something up

 

as said pictures will be your friend for reconnecting everything correctly, and the other thing is that ALL the bolts should be able to be started by hand when you put it back together (so you don't cross-thread)

also it may not hurt to get new gaskets either for the lower to upper manifold connection, or the top plate one, they ARE reusable, but i still would HIGHLY RECOMMEND replacing them in the process too (better safe then sorry, and having to redo it)

also i know on that upper plate gasket, be very careful when you put it back on, it can be put on upside down and cause all sort of running issues (basically make sure all the holes line up, before putting the plate back on)