clear red fuel lines, safe?

[Tom's36coupe]

I want to use the clear red fuel lines again for my twin carb setup, just wondering if they are as safe and durable as the tradition black rubber type. I got it from the old Hot Rod and Custom supply years ago when they were around and it faded really fast so I stopped using it. Who sells it now?

 

[Comet]

I don't think safety is a concern, but durability certainly is. Unless getting stuck in the backwoods with a clogged carb is a safety concern. Just buy lots of extra and change it at the first sign of deterioration.

 

[ken ct]

Its still cheap garbage,just like it usta be.OMO ken ct/

 

[toddle321]

I had bad luck with the clear stuff (discoloration, becomes weak), but mooneyes sells red fuel line that I've had much better luck with, on my third year and it looks/feels the same). I keep a close eye on it, definitely don't trust it as much as the black rubber stuff.

http://www.mooneyesusa.com/shop/product.php?products_id=1602

 

[19Fordy]

Tom, it looks pretty, BUT it's bad news, just like it was back in the 60's. A search supports this:
http://www.fordbarn.com/forum/showthread.php?t=8755&highlight=clear+red+fuel+line

 

[uncle max]

Be sure to buy a good fire extinguisher while you're at it.

 

[hardtimes]

I want to use the clear red fuel lines again for my twin carb setup, just wondering if they are as safe and durable as the tradition black rubber type. I got it from the old Hot Rod and Custom supply years ago when they were around and it faded really fast so I stopped using it. Who sells it now?

Hey Tom,
Well, depends on how much value you place on your car (read: insurance), AND on your own safety.
Read the thread toddle shows below....then do as you please,eh

 

[Tom's36coupe]

Thanks to all for the input, last thing I want is to see my car go up in flames just because some detail looked cool!

 

[gmc1941]

The color red looks nice, but after they dry up, crack, you'll see the red again but it'll be with the end of fire extinguisher. BAD THOUGHT!

 

[34pickup]

Speedway still sells it. I thought about it too but I remember it turning really hard, turning pink and sometimes cracking.

 

[BILLF/TRF]

I put the red fuel line over a metal fuel line. It works! Gives the look and the safety.

 

[Tom's36coupe]

Now that's how you do it, cool idea!