Vanden Plas Parts
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I'm working on a 1999 Vanden Plas. Certain parts are really hard to find for this car.
We have the gas tank out of it and it appears someone changed the gas tank (based on markings on the tank, etc.). The biggest problem is it had a small leak and we found it coming from the return line where it enters the gas tank. Does anyone know where we can find the quick release clips that hold the fuel supply line and the return line in the gas tank?
Appreciate any help!
don
We have the gas tank out of it and it appears someone changed the gas tank (based on markings on the tank, etc.). The biggest problem is it had a small leak and we found it coming from the return line where it enters the gas tank. Does anyone know where we can find the quick release clips that hold the fuel supply line and the return line in the gas tank?
Appreciate any help!
don
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Welcome to the forum Don,
I've moved your question from General Tech Help to X308 forum. Members here with the same model will be able to help.
Please follow this link New Member Area - Intro a MUST - Jaguar Forums - Jaguar Enthusiasts Forum to the New Member Area - Intro a MUST forum and post some information about yourself and your vehicle for all members to see. In return you'll get a proper welcome and some useful advice about posting to the forum.
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I've moved your question from General Tech Help to X308 forum. Members here with the same model will be able to help.
Please follow this link New Member Area - Intro a MUST - Jaguar Forums - Jaguar Enthusiasts Forum to the New Member Area - Intro a MUST forum and post some information about yourself and your vehicle for all members to see. In return you'll get a proper welcome and some useful advice about posting to the forum.
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I don't believe there are any "clips" holding in the lines to the bottom of the tank. If you're referring to the line disconnectors, then you can get a 5/16 " one from a pack at the local autoparts store (like this one: ). Also, attached is a diagram of what the line looks like with the line disconnector on it.
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I don't believe there are any "clips" holding in the lines to the bottom of the tank. If you're referring to the line disconnectors, then you can get a 5/16 " one from a pack at the local autoparts store (like this one: https://www.amazon.com/Lisle-37000-C.../dp/B0002SRCK6). Also, attached is a diagram of what the line looks like with the line disconnector on it.
In the attached pictures (and, not very good pictures at that) you can see one of the retaining clips on the left. The right side of the clip shows what it SHOULD look like, and the left side of the clip reflects how it has been damaged. Due to low fuel pressure, we set out to change the fuel pump. When we released the lines, the return line clip popped out...likely because it was damaged at the point someone previously had changed the gas tank. The picture on the right is an overhead shot of the same damaged clip.
So, I'm on a quest to find some replacement clips. Since the tank is out of the car now, I would like to find both of the clips.
I appreciate any help, so thanks again!!
don
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I don't believe there are any "clips" holding in the lines to the bottom of the tank. If you're referring to the line disconnectors, then you can get a 5/16 " one from a pack at the local autoparts store (like this one: https://www.amazon.com/Lisle-37000-C.../dp/B0002SRCK6). Also, attached is a diagram of what the line looks like with the line disconnector on it.
Apparently someone previously changed the gas tank. In that endeavor, one of the clips was damage. While we didn't have any leaks, at this point we needed to pull the tank in order to change the fuel pump. (Low fuel pressure was causing running/drivability problems.) When we pulled the return line, unfortunately the damaged clip came out with it.
In the pictures, attached here, on the left you can see the clip I'm referring to. On the right side you can see the shape it SHOULD be in, and on the left you can see how the clip is distorted. The picture on the right is just an overhead shot to give you an idea as to the relative shape/size of this clip.
I would really like to find a set and replace the retaining clips on both the supply line and the return line.
I appreciate any help and with to thank you again for your reply!
don
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Here's a link to help you search for those used parts for your projects...Car-Part.com--Used Auto Parts Market
They provide a few ways to do searches, from Nationwide to local and with pics if available along with the contact info and location of the yard. Should save you some gas out that way. I love Colorado, been there a number of times...did a bit of work by y'all in Colorado Springs (Reys Taco's...yay!) amongst elsewhere there.
They provide a few ways to do searches, from Nationwide to local and with pics if available along with the contact info and location of the yard. Should save you some gas out that way. I love Colorado, been there a number of times...did a bit of work by y'all in Colorado Springs (Reys Taco's...yay!) amongst elsewhere there.
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As usual, Bob pulls it off the top of the 'ol noggin'.... https://www.terrysjag.com/product/EBC9606.html
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