Fuel leak

Quball19 · 2012-02-28

Ok I know then bbk ssi intake has fuel leaks , how can you fix, or can you put different fuel rails on to solve it? Any help I would love Thanks

90mustangLX

· #21 · Mar 3, 2012

Yeah I can understand your frustration, give the 2 o rings on each side of the tube a shot, I'm almost certain that should help

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Quball19

Discussion Starter · #22 · Mar 3, 2012

I will had to walk away from it for awhile lol .... Thanks alot ill let you know how it comes out
Thanks again

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90mustangLX

· #23 · Mar 3, 2012

Not a problem, that's what we are here for heh, good luck!

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Trojan Horse

· #24 · Mar 3, 2012

Quball19 said:
This is where it leaks

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OK, after quite a bit of research into this and not really finding a good fix, I have sent an email to BBK requesting information on how this issue can be resolved.

In the mean time I have a couple of ideas if you want to try them.

1. Try installing the tube with 2 or more o-rings (not sure how many will actually fit) pressed onto each end of the tube. Lubricate them and be careful installing to ensure the o-rings do not get cut or slip over the end of the tube.

2. This mod idea may destroy the crossover tube so use it at your own discretion.
First, try to stack at least 2 o-rings onto each end of the tube, then "very carefully" flare the end of the tube out to where it will just fit into the rails. If you go a bit to big you can file down the circumference with a metal file. Be sure to blow away any metal filings. You should be able to attach a flaring tool right behind the bulge in the tube on each end and flare out the end. As an alternative if you do not have access to a flaring tool, the tube can also be flared on the ends with a small ball peen hammer, taking care to not get off centered or strike too hard and damage the tube. A second hammer and friend to help hold the tube or strike the ball peen would be a big help. Set the rounded end of the ball peen into the end of the tube and tap the face of it with another hammer to flare the tubing end.

My theory for the second idea is that with the tube end flared out it will restrict the movement of the crossover tube and the flared end will help direct the pressure through the tube better, leaving less of it to try and push past the o-rings.

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90mustangLX

· #25 · Mar 3, 2012

Trojan Horse said:
OK, after quite a bit of research into this and not really finding a good fix, I have sent an email to BBK requesting information on how this issue can be resolved.

In the mean time I have a couple of ideas if you want to try them.

1. Try installing the tube with 2 or more o-rings (not sure how many will actually fit) pressed onto each end of the tube. Lubricate them and be careful installing to ensure the o-rings do not get cut or slip over the end of the tube.

2. This mod idea may destroy the crossover tube so use it at your own discretion.
First, try to stack at least 2 o-rings onto each end of the tube, then "very carefully" flare the end of the tube out to where it will just fit into the rails. If you go a bit to big you can file down the circumference with a metal file. Be sure to blow away any metal filings. You should be able to attach a flaring tool right behind the bulge in the tube on each end and flare out the end. As an alternative if you do not have access to a flaring tool, the tube can also be flared on the ends with a small ball peen hammer, taking care to not get off centered or strike too hard and damage the tube. A second hammer and friend to help hold the tube or strike the ball peen would be a big help. Set the rounded end of the ball peen into the end of the tube and tap the face of it with another hammer to flare the tubing end.

My theory for the second idea is that with the tube end flared out it will restrict the movement of the crossover tube and the flared end will help direct the pressure through the tube better, leaving less of it to try and push past the o-rings.

+111111 :good: I was going to suggest emailing Bbk but I've read on another mustang forum that they havent been getting any help with the issue from them, basically saying they have never heard of that issue but ya never know

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deadsp0t

· #26 · Mar 3, 2012

Are the rails used? Is there any chance the tube or rails could have been damaged?

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Quball19

Discussion Starter · #27 · Mar 3, 2012

Kinda what I was thinking , yes came with car, thought about buying new ones and go from there, its ti bad can't use different ones

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Trojan Horse

· #28 · Mar 3, 2012

90mustangLX said:
+111111 :good: I was going to suggest emailing Bbk but I've read on another mustang forum that they havent been getting any help with the issue from them, basically saying they have never heard of that issue but ya never know

Well they can't claim that with my email.

I told them I did some searching and turned up dozens of issues with it, so anyone with half a brain would know to do the same type of search and see what turns up.

I also told them I was interested in buying, so that might get them moving, who knows/

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Trojan Horse

· #29 · Mar 3, 2012

Quball19 said:
Kinda what I was thinking , yes came with car, thought about buying new ones and go from there, its ti bad can't use different ones

You can do several different things.
1. Try the fixes I suggested.
2. See about getting a welding shop to TIG the holes shut and reroute a line around the back.
3. See if a machine shop can thread the holes and use some adapters and hard line to replace the crossover.
4. See if a welding shop can weld some fittings in there to do the same as #3 with hard line.
5. Take it off, go to BBK's business place and toss it through their front window.

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deadsp0t

· #30 · Mar 3, 2012

Trojan Horse said:
You can do several different things.
1. Try the fixes I suggested.
2. See about getting a welding shop to TIG the holes shut and reroute a line around the back.
3. See if a machine shop can thread the holes and use some adapters and hard line to replace the crossover.
4. See if a welding shop can weld some fittings in there to do the same as #3 with hard line.
5. Take it off, got to BBK's business place and toss it through their front window.

I'd do #5... Except I'd add the intake too!

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Quball19

Discussion Starter · #31 · Mar 3, 2012

I like number 5 that sounds tge best lmao

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Quball19

Discussion Starter · #32 · Mar 3, 2012

Ok found good tig welder, will let you know out come next week .....
Thanks guys.. crossing fingers hope this works it should

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Trojan Horse

· #33 · Mar 6, 2012

Reply from BBK about fuel crossover leak issues.

Dave from BBK said:
The only major issue I'm aware of that we had in the past was the cross-over leaking. This was because of the o-rings not holding up properly. For customers with that setup, we sent out multiple o-rings that can be doubled up to provide a better seal. This was a while ago and since then we have upgraded the kit with new rails and a cross over that uses two aircraft grade aluminum 90 degree fittings and a piece of locking fuel line.

- Dave

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Quball19

Discussion Starter · #34 · Mar 6, 2012

So, basically I am turning my old ones to new ones. Mine are welded up getting ready to repaint them and hook back up with my 90 degree lines. Thank you

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Trojan Horse

· #35 · Mar 6, 2012

Quball19 said:
So, basically I am turning my old ones to new ones. Mine are welded up getting ready to repaint them and hook back up with my 90 degree lines. Thank you

That's what it sounds like.
They should have replaced yours with a new set though, if they admitted there was a problem with them.

You're welcome and good luck. :good:

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Quball19

Discussion Starter · #36 · Mar 6, 2012

I agree, but rails came with car when I got it, didn't think they would do anything (bbk)

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Trojan Horse

· #37 · Mar 6, 2012

Quball19 said:
I agree, but rails came with car when I got it, didn't think they would do anything (bbk)

Probably not since you were not the original purchaser.

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90mustangLX

· #38 · Mar 6, 2012

Trojan Horse said:
Probably not since you were not the original purchaser.

Can u pm me how to get in contact with Bbk in case my SSI-R ever starts leaking? Don't have my receipt anymore as its been about 4 yrs or so when I got it but worth a shot for new rails and such.

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Quball19

Discussion Starter · #39 · Mar 7, 2012

Well after said and done no more leaks, that was a challenge but did succeed thanks to you guys. Now get it on trailer to go get dyno tuned next friday. Heres pics off what I did.

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Quball19

Discussion Starter · #40 · Mar 22, 2012

Well back from dyno tune ..it purrs,.. Numbers not what I was looking for.. 312 rwhp 368 torque,12.4 afr,4.9 maf. They didn't max tune yet because new rebuild, will get about 10+ more wants broke in and take it back . Thanks alot for all help you all give me.

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