Earl's Performance Vapor Guard™ EFI Fuel System Plumbing Kits deliver a complete, ready-to-install solution for builders converting from a carburetor to Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI). Built around Earl's proprietary multi-layer Vapor Guard hose technology, these kits are engineered to withstand the demands of modern fuel formulations — virtually eliminating the fuel vapor permeation and liner degradation that plague conventional rubber fuel lines.
Why Vapor Guard Technology?
With over 40 EPA-approved fuel blends in use across the United States, today's fuels can aggressively attack and break down traditional rubber hose from the inside out. Liner deterioration leads to dangerous fuel weeping, unwanted odors, and contamination of precision fuel injector components. Earl's Vapor Guard hose is engineered specifically to combat these issues through a proven multi-layer construction that delivers long-term reliability in high-performance applications.
Vapor Guard Hose Construction:
- Primary Barrier Liner — The innermost layer provides high resistance to heat and aggressive modern fuel formulations
- Thermoplastic Vapor Guard Barrier — A mid-layer thermoplastic barrier that virtually eliminates fuel vapor permeation through the hose wall
- Aramid Reinforcement Braid — Delivers the high-pressure rating required for fuel injection systems
- Exterior Cover — Engineered for extreme tolerance to heat and ozone for lasting durability
- Vapor Guard Retention Bead — Retains the hose under pressure while protecting the inner liner during assembly
What's Included (Varies by Kit Configuration):
- Vapor Guard EFI fuel hose compatible with modern fuel types (compatibility varies by kit — verify individual listing for E85 suitability)
- Electric inline fuel pump designed for frame rail installation
- Billet aluminum pre- and post-fuel filters with washable and replaceable bronze filter elements
- Vapor Guard hose ends and hardware for tool-free assembly
- Bulkhead fittings and additional hardware as required by configuration
Key Features:
- Complete carburetor-to-EFI fuel system solution — everything needed for a clean, professional plumbing installation
- Supports up to 525 horsepower — naturally aspirated, making these kits suitable for a wide range of performance builds
- Modern fuel compatible — Vapor Guard hose is designed to handle pump gas, race gas, and ethanol-blended fuels (verify individual kit listing for specific fuel compatibility)
- No special tools required — hose ends feature a simple cut, push-on, and clamp assembly process
- Multiple system configurations available — return-style and returnless fuel system kits to match your specific build requirements
- Billet aluminum filter housings — show-quality appearance with a fully serviceable, maintenance-friendly design
About Earl's Performance Plumbing
Earl's Performance Plumbing pioneered the use of aviation-grade fluid transfer technology in the automotive performance market more than five decades ago. Trusted by professional racing teams and performance enthusiasts worldwide, Earl's offers one of the most comprehensive lines of plumbing products in the industry — making these kits the natural choice for hot rods, street machines, muscle cars, and any performance build transitioning to modern electronic fuel injection.