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LTb1ow
12-20-2010, 02:04 PM
1996 Volvo 850

I need to know if the return line is replaceable and or how much work is involved to do so. Basically, if it is like a 4th gen with the quick connect to metal lines into the tank on top, I am ok with doing the work, but if I have to replace all the lines... do not want.

It was kinked/snapped/chewed through right next to the fuel filter, so it has a quick fix on it now but I need to make it a 100% fix.

Can't seem to find much on the topic, guess no one appreciates fixing volvos. :rofl:
Stevoone
12-20-2010, 02:28 PM
Nylon tubing? I've seen repair kits at the parts store I go to. I have used the repair kits for the metal lines/fittings before but not for nylon. On some of the GM cars the line is printed with "Do not repair" not sure how well they work or how safe they are.
LTb1ow
12-20-2010, 02:42 PM
Nylon tubing? I've seen repair kits at the parts store I go to. I have used the repair kits for the metal lines/fittings before but not for nylon. On some of the GM cars the line is printed with "Do not repair" not sure how well they work or how safe they are.

I know of the "repair" kit, but to do it correctly you need to boil the ends of the hard plastic lines and then insert the metal barb, which is impossible, I cannot take the half of the line from the tank down off. And if I were to, well, it would be silly to half ass it at that point.
WildBillyT
12-20-2010, 02:50 PM
Compression fitting?
LTb1ow
12-20-2010, 02:54 PM
Compression fitting?

On plastic?

That would be a whole new level of epic fail ness for me.
WildBillyT
12-20-2010, 02:56 PM
On plastic?

That would be a whole new level of epic fail ness for me.

How thick is the wall? Autometer gauges use compression fittings by design on nylon.
LTb1ow
12-20-2010, 03:00 PM
How thick is the wall? Autometer gauges use compression fittings by design on nylon.

Its was hard to tell, not too thick though, and the issue is I had to cut out a good inch or two of bad nylon... I think the suspension bottomed out and smashed the hose.
LTb1ow
01-06-2011, 03:19 PM
$100 bucks later and we have a new return line.

Spent the afternoon working under the car, success is mine. Guess I just fail when I work on my car... :lol: