factory fuel line disconnect

[WSUcowboy]

Is there a special tool to disconnect the factory fuel lines where they come to the top of the motor on the drivers side? I pulled the metal clip off and I can see the 4 prongs that look like they need to be depressed to allow the hose end to come off but no matter what combination of screwdrivers and picks I use I cant get them all depressed @ the same time.... TIA -Jeff

 

[dmaxvaz]

is there a special tool to disconnect the factory fuel lines where they come to the top of the motor on the drivers side? I pulled the metal clip off and i can see the 4 prongs that look like they need to be depressed to allow the hose end to come off but no matter what combination of screwdrivers and picks i use i cant get them all depressed @ the same time.... Tia -jeff

yes, you need a fuel line disconnect tool that you buy from a autoparts place (they are plastic and come in a 4 piece kit)

 

[WSUcowboy]

awesome thanks man!!!

 

[ripmf666]

need a set like this works fine and cheap http://www.sears.com/shc/s/p_10153_12605_00946337000P?keyword=fuel+line+tool

 

[dmaxvaz]

need a set like this works fine and cheap http://www.sears.com/shc/s/p_10153_12605_00946337000p?keyword=fuel+line+tool

bingo, that will work:d

 

[sweetdiesel]

take a pop bottle and remove the cap,Cut a hole in the center to fit the fuel line and push the cap in.Works like a charm and you now are a RECYCLER

you can also use a couple swredrivers

 

[WSUcowboy]

i had NAPA bring me a disconnect tool.... they said it would work on all GM from like 89 and up. I tried it and the largest end was just big enough to get the small line off. I had to make one for the big line, I took some metal plumbers tape and formed it around the handle of a screwdriver and then put it over the big line and the used a pair of pliers to slide it over and pop the line loose.

the only thing I have left to do is a couple more trans bolts, the converter bolts and the engine mounts. not too bad for a couple hours a night

 

[WSUcowboy]

also what size bolts should I use to attach the cherry picker chains? I would assume they need to be @ least grade 5, found the tab in the back of the motor on the pass. side and I think there is a good spot on the driver side up by where the second alternator would mount. Also, is it necessary to pull the hood off??

 

[MaxPowerLB7]

Probably pull the accessory bracket off and hook the chain where one of the bracket bolts go in. No need to pull the hood, but unbolt the springs. I used bailing string to pull the hood up tight to the windshield.