2500 V6 fuel pipe fittings

MGTourer · 16th February 2018, 09:28

Hello, I have a problem with my 2004 facelifted MG ZTT V6 190 where the right-angled fuel pipe which connects the flexi pipe to the fuel rail has come adrift at the fuel rail end with inevitable results! I don't seem to be able to buy new internal fittings - does anyone know who could supply these please? All help greatly appreciated.

T-Cut · 16th February 2018, 09:41

You'll have to buy second hand parts from a scrap yard or a dismantler. The traders on here may be able to help. Alternatively, check on eBay for a fuel rail. They do appear now and then.

TC

MGTourer · 16th February 2018, 12:58

Many thanks TC, seems it is not advisable to replace the individual fastenings!

MGTourer · 23rd February 2018, 09:19

Thanks all, through the network I managed to purchase and have fitted a replacement rail and pipe assembly. Wonder if the ethanol content of modern petrol was a contributor to the collapse of the fitting? I don't relish the consequences of a repeat... I carry a fire extinguisher at all times!Looking forward to getting some local car club use out of the car this year.

Enjoy your cars.

T-Cut · 23rd February 2018, 10:34

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Originally Posted by MGTourer

Wonder if the ethanol content of modern petrol was a contributor to the collapse of the fitting?

I doubt it. What happened to the fitting? What collapsed? Do you mean the o-rings failed or a problem with the spring clip?

TC

16th February 2018, 09:28	#1
MGTourer Newbie MG ZT-T Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Sudbury Posts: 5 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	2500 V6 fuel pipe fittings Hello, I have a problem with my 2004 facelifted MG ZTT V6 190 where the right-angled fuel pipe which connects the flexi pipe to the fuel rail has come adrift at the fuel rail end with inevitable results! I don't seem to be able to buy new internal fittings - does anyone know who could supply these please? All help greatly appreciated.

23rd February 2018, 09:19	#4
MGTourer Newbie MG ZT-T Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Sudbury Posts: 5 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	2500 V6 fuel pipe fittings Thanks all, through the network I managed to purchase and have fitted a replacement rail and pipe assembly. Wonder if the ethanol content of modern petrol was a contributor to the collapse of the fitting? I don't relish the consequences of a repeat... I carry a fire extinguisher at all times!Looking forward to getting some local car club use out of the car this year. Enjoy your cars.

16th February 2018, 09:41	#2
T-Cut This is my second home Rover75 and Mreg Corsa. Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Sumweer onat mote o'dust (Sagin) Posts: 21,753 Thanks: 341 Thanked 3,660 Times in 2,924 Posts	You'll have to buy second hand parts from a scrap yard or a dismantler. The traders on here may be able to help. Alternatively, check on eBay for a fuel rail. They do appear now and then. TC

16th February 2018, 12:58	#3
MGTourer Newbie MG ZT-T Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Sudbury Posts: 5 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Many thanks TC, seems it is not advisable to replace the individual fastenings!