Hello all,

I am a newbie to Jaguar. I purchased a 1995 XJS convertible with 95k miles; it was a emotional decision, I just hated seeing a such a fine automobile wasting away in someone's backyard. The car has been sitting awhile, fuel turned to vinegar and the tank rusted inside. I purchased a NOS tank and fuel pump. When I attempted to remove the old tank, I crawled under the car and cut the fuel lines about 18 inches from the tank, as you see in the picture. I assumed I could find a replaceable part. Newbie mistake, big time. I can't find replacement fuel lines anywhere and I don't have the knowledge to make a replacement. Can anyone provide me recommendations?
Thanks,

Don

 

Looking at the first picture - did you accidently cut into the body?

I don't have my face-lifted XJS any more so I can't go outside and look, but I don't think the problem is as bad as you think it is. You cut the braided fuel lines in half but you probably needed to replace them anyway. Check out this thread for how to remove the collar on the old crimped-on hose fittings. You're working with fuel lines here so make sure you remove them from the car and clean them thoroughly before trying to cut the collar. Even old fuel burns quicky

 

Hi Thorsen,

Yes, I cut into the body. An unforced error I’ll need correct. I fortunately have the welding tools and skills to fix that problem. Thanks for the reference to the thread. I now can see a way forward out of this predicament without causing further damage to the car.

Don