Fuel line quick release coupling to fuel tank.

[FredBasset]

He guys, I’ve taken the fuel tank of twice now, for accessory fittings and one thing that has caused difficulty was the fuel line quick disconnect to the fuel tank. I find it very difficult to squeeze the release button as its very awkward. So I was wandering, does anybody know if an alternative could be used, or do the dealer mechanics use a tool to release it?

[bth2]

2 hours ago, FredBasset said:

He guys, I’ve taken the fuel tank of twice now, for accessory fittings and one thing that has caused difficulty was the fuel line quick disconnect to the fuel tank. I find it very difficult to squeeze the release button as its very awkward. So I was wandering, does anybody know if an alternative could be used, or do the dealer mechanics use a tool to release it?

watching with interest

[Louis]

With that type of coupling, I find pressing the male fitting into the female while  pressing the two  buttons often helps. 

[Alan M]

Just watch what type you get or more specifically what type of o-rings are fitted in it. I bought a pair recently to make a quick coupling on my rd tank and they worked well at first but became stiffer and stiffer, o-rings had swollen even though supplier said they'd be fine with petrol. Goodridge sell them but expensive and size can be an issue.

 

 I know, not much help

[Marc]

Here is a few images and a video of a guy who made a solution on his own. Courtesy of the R3 forum....

 

http://www.r3-forums.com/threads/diy-fuel-line-disconnect-tool.141009/#post-627929

 

 

 

[FredBasset]

Thanks guys and particularly Marc for an idea, just ordered some spark plug wire pliers, which should assist the removal of connector.  

Edited November 28, 2020 by FredBasset

[Adrenolin]

Keep it simple and cheap. 2 zip ties taped together like so. Pics show a WRR but it’s the same connector used on the T7.