Fuel line-Pump to Carburetor

[hulleywoodworking]

I am surprised to find that the solid steel fuel line kits from the fuel pump to the carburetor use a plumbing compression fitting to seal the joint. I would have assumed that it would use a flared fitting.

I'm asking because I want to replace the rubber line from my pump to my carb. I am running an Edelbrock high rise manifold and 1405 carb with the standard fuel pump. Both fittings are 3/8". Should I change over to a flared fitting or use the compression ring fittings? I will have to make up my own line anyway, and I have to change out the fittings because they are currently for push on and clamp rubber hose.

What is most common?

John

 

[Charlie ny]

John,
1/2-20 with a ferrule, 'male' fitting is referred to as a FORD nut and is
still readily available, Weatherhead 59x4.
If you are not busy this Sunday stop over at the big swap meet at the Hamburg Fairgrounds 9am till 3 pm, I'll be set up there.
Only guy with all flathead parts.
Charlie ny

 

[V8COOPMAN]

The above is but one example of the many GOOD reasons to include your general location under your FORDBARN stage name. DD