Mercedes Benz repair: exit fuel line 1985, 380 SL., exit fuel, gauge reading


Question
1985, 380 SL.  Changing the exit fuel line, the one that goes from fuel tank screen with a fitting, to the other end that clamps on the dampner. was interesting in finding  best way to approach.
Special tools?
thanks!

Answer
Answer:
Danger:
Ground yourself, and the vehicle to prevent static discharge.
No sparks or fire within twenty feet of your work area.
Wash the work area with soap and water when finished.

Drain the fuel tank.
NEVER trust your fuel gauge reading when preparing to drain any fuel tank, they can read false, and cause a huge mess.
Remove the clamp, have twenty gallon capacity of drain pans and empty fuel cans, ready to hand.

The hose fitting generally comes out easy with a box wrench.