fuel pipe

[v8 sam]

I would like to use s/s braided hose from my fuel pump to regulator,
does any one know if it would pass sva, or will i have to use normal
black fuel hose.

[Clive]

Hi Sam,
Mine passed last week with braided hose. No problems.
Cheers, Clive.

[Miket]

All depends on the inspector, some want to see the BS numbers and fuel pipe written on, is it worth the chance of a fail, just put on the appropriate rubber pipe and change after the SVA. :thumb: :thumb:

[Clive]

All depends on the inspector, some want to see the BS numbers and fuel pipe written on, is it worth the chance of a fail, just put on the appropriate rubber pipe and change after the SVA. :thumb: :thumb:

I can't see anything in the SVA Inspection Manual that mentions BS numbers. What it does say is :-
"Check all fuel system components (eg fuel tank, pump, filter connectors etc) and fuel pipes for Leaks, Security, suitability of design/construction, positioning.
An assesment should be made of their construction in respect of their ability to withstand the forces, vibration and environment to which they may be subject"
I would therefore argue that braided hose is better than ordinary hose.
Cheers, Clive.

[Miket]

I can't see anything in the SVA Inspection Manual that mentions BS numbers. What it does say is :-
"Check all fuel system components (eg fuel tank, pump, filter connectors etc) and fuel pipes for Leaks, Security, suitability of design/construction, positioning.
An assesment should be made of their construction in respect of their ability to withstand the forces, vibration and environment to which they may be subject"
I would therefore argue that braided hose is better than ordinary hose.
Cheers, Clive.

I don't want an arguement, I'm just stating fact, I've had 3 cars SVA'd and on 2 occassions they checked the fuel pipe for BS numbers

[wilf]

Clive - MikeT is correct - it depends on the tester.

Also, beware, because some braided pipe is not fuel proof or even fuel tight.

Your choice, hope you get the right fuel-rated stuff and your SVA inspector decides not to be "difficult ".

[Miket]

I can't see anything in the SVA Inspection Manual that mentions BS numbers. What it does say is :-
"Check all fuel system components (eg fuel tank, pump, filter connectors etc) and fuel pipes for Leaks, Security, suitability of design/construction, positioning.
An assesment should be made of their construction in respect of their ability to withstand the forces, vibration and environment to which they may be subject"
I would therefore argue that braided hose is better than ordinary hose.
Cheers, Clive.

On reading your extract from the SVA manual, I think the highlighted words should cover my point.

[dave]

I'm with Mike and Wilf.
I've been for over 65 Kit car SVA's (5hit, is it really that many!) and if they want proof that the pipe is up to the job and you've got braided your goosed......£35 retest and possible trailer hire and anothet half a day off work. Not worth the risk.

[v8 sam]

Thanks for your replies,
I bought the s/s fuel hose from " think automotive " so come sva i will bring a sample with the relevent code stamped on it , can bring receipt as proof also, should be enough to satisfy sva bods.:thumb:

[salmon]

Hi,

For my SVA I was concerned about this as I run aeroquip braided hose and fittings for fuel and oil lines. I took the relevant receipts and the spec from Aeroquip for the hose, but then no one raised it as an issue anyway.


Regards