Replacing fuel pipe

[Stagjag]

I’m replacing the fuel pipe with copper , I don’t like the plastic filter hanging over the hot exhaust manifold ,would it be better in the boot? Then run copper straight into the Carbs

[jbuckl]

Copper pipe may attract / transfer heat into the fuel.
Nylon may be a more suitable choice.
As for the filter. The intended location should be tucked away from the manifold close to the wiper motor but may work ok in the boot.

[Stagjag]

I think my main pipe is probably 50 years old maybe time to change it , I think I will put filter in boot near pump as I had one of these filters split leaked every where

[trunt]

I put a nickel pipe in and used fuel injector hose at each end, used AN fittings for the transitions.

I Left the glass type malpassi filter in usual place right over the manifold and have had no issues.. despite it being a lot hotter here in USA, E10 only and no mechanical fan!
I'm pretty sure my heat soak fan and water pump run on after ign off prevents any of that. I am thinking I need to move it a bit though, so that any leaks don't drop directly on the manifold Yup added that to my winter list..

[singapore stag]

Check out this discussion for a bit more insight and ideas, perhaps it may help.

https://www.socforum.com/forum/forum/stag-owners-club/soc-forum/826229-filter-location/page1

[DJT]

I see a lot hung over the exhaust manifold. As per post #2, it should be tucked away by the wiper motor, away from direct heat. Change annually, but be careful where you buy them from. I bought a batch from a well known auction site and they started to fall apart within 3 months. The last batch I bought from an auto jumbler at a local large show and they are excellent.

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[RobinLegin]

I see a lot hung over the exhaust manifold. As per post #2, it should be tucked away by the wiper motor, away from direct heat. Change annually, but be careful where you buy them from. I bought a batch from a well known auction site and they started to fall apart within 3 months. The last batch I bought from an auto jumbler at a local large show and they are excellent.

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+ 1. But see through reinforced petrol grade piping.

[DMT]

I fitted a pressure regulator/ filter in the boot. If you do, check the pressure (set to 2psi) at the entry to the carb, there is quite a drop. I also fitted an insulated sleeve over the fuel pipe in the engine bay.
Dave

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[jbuckl]

See also

https://www.socforum.com/forum/forum/stag-owners-club/soc-forum/828674-heat-soak-cooling-time-request

[Stagjag]

Thanks for all the replies , I’ll probably go with copper as I’m a plumber then flexible hose into carb and filter in the boot or trunk in us