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Old 12-21-2011, 09:50 AM   #26
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Re: The "bad" repro parts list. (buy at your own risk)

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Originally Posted by Razorbacker View Post
I purchased a fuel line (pump to carb) from the 3 letter restoration parts supplier and leaked so bad at the carb I was thankful it didn't catch the truck on fire.

After removing the line and inspecting (which i should have done before installation), the flare was poorly formed and not concentric.

It's one issue when you purchase products that do not meet your expectations b/c they're not cosmetically acceptable or have durability issue but when it becomes a safety related that's goes to a different level.
true but thats something you'd (well at least I would) check even on a new dealer/factory part..
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