Can fuel return lines be upgraded to Viton lines?

[mankypro]

I'm running heavy WMO in my rig. I just got my fuel return line kit and the hose is this braided cloth covered stuff. I was wondering if it would be a good idea to replace this line with viton line? I'll be running WMO and WVO in this truck.

Thoughts?

 

[Whit]

hang on lemme see ifin I can find that info

 

[mankypro]

Found the parts number on mcmaster-carr in the parts bin, so it must be ok...

 

[Whit]

first off lemme tell you there is 5 different kinds of Viton and my experience is Viton G is the one to go to for this

here is a great thread
http://www.oilburners.net/forums/showthread.php?t=20359

 

[Whit]

more info
Biodiesel and compatibility issues with fuel delivery components

I got these off a couple biodiesel sites.

SAE 30R7 is the most common fuel hose

SAE 30R9 is replacing those at the stores and will handle biodiesel at B20-B50 no problem.

Non Compatible Materials (B100)
Elastomers:
Nitrile Rubber
Polypropylene
Polyvinyl
Tygon
Behavior: Elastomers not compliant may degrade, soften, swell or seep from connections. Typically this only becomes an issue in vehicles built before 1993 which have older rubber hoses.
Metals:
Brass
Bronze
Copper
Lead
Tin
Zinc
Behavior: These metals can accelerate oxidation of the fuel and create insoluble gels and sediments when exposed to Biodiesel and air.
Paints: Most oil-based non enamel paint will be degraded by Biodiesel. Spills should be cleaned immediately with soap and water.

Compatible Materials (B100):
Elastomers:
Teflon
Viton
EPDM
Fluorinated Plastic (i.e., Fluorinated Polyethylene, Fluorinated Polypropylene)
Nylon
Polyethylene (HDPE)
Silicone
Behavior: These materials can be used to transmit and store Biodiesel, this includes “red plastic” gasoline cans, polyethylene barrels and large plastic totes.
Metals:
Aluminum
Steel

Compatibility with B20:
No negative effects have been observed for elastomers and metals exposed to B20, which are compliant with petroleum diesel to begin with. Materials compatible with regular diesel should perform the same when used with B20.

 

[lotzagoodstuff]

Here's the best product for biodiesel, rated for ASTM D 6741, CARB 2006 and is approved for B100 biodiesel. Go to www.parker.com and look for your closest distributor (Parkerstore) to get some.

http://www.safehose.com/ParkerProducts.asp?catID=226

 

[CESMITH]

NAPA has it it is 6$ /ft but it works . ( fuel injection hose) it is brown in color

 

[Agnem]

more info
Biodiesel and compatibility issues with fuel delivery components

I got these off a couple biodiesel sites.

SAE 30R7 is the most common fuel hose

SAE 30R9 is replacing those at the stores and will handle biodiesel at B20-B50 no problem.

Non Compatible Materials (B100)
Elastomers:
Nitrile Rubber
Polypropylene
Polyvinyl
Tygon
Behavior: Elastomers not compliant may degrade, soften, swell or seep from connections. Typically this only becomes an issue in vehicles built before 1993 which have older rubber hoses.
Metals:
Brass
Bronze
Copper
Lead
Tin
Zinc
Behavior: These metals can accelerate oxidation of the fuel and create insoluble gels and sediments when exposed to Biodiesel and air.
Paints: Most oil-based non enamel paint will be degraded by Biodiesel. Spills should be cleaned immediately with soap and water.

Compatible Materials (B100):
Elastomers:
Teflon
Viton
EPDM
Fluorinated Plastic (i.e., Fluorinated Polyethylene, Fluorinated Polypropylene)
Nylon
Polyethylene (HDPE)
Silicone
Behavior: These materials can be used to transmit and store Biodiesel, this includes “red plastic” gasoline cans, polyethylene barrels and large plastic totes.
Metals:
Aluminum
Steel

Compatibility with B20:
No negative effects have been observed for elastomers and metals exposed to B20, which are compliant with petroleum diesel to begin with. Materials compatible with regular diesel should perform the same when used with B20.

Thanks Whitmore! You just made it into the hall of fame.

 

[marvinlvyuan]

viton fuel line

you should use viton tubing as fuel line, as it's resistance to biodiesel.
You can check this site for viton tubings and other viton products as viton ring.
www.cnviton.com