1999 Cali 1100 Fuel Return Hose Removal

Technical Big Block Tonti and Loop Frame models
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GuzziFuelReturnPipe
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I’m replacing the fuel return hose on my 99 Cali EV 1100 Special and have removed the tank plus the lower end of the hose. I can’t seem to budge the upper nut without using excessive force. It’s been sprayed with penetrating oil and heated, but still no movement. Am I at risk of breaking the fuel tank fitting if I force it?

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Any advice would be welcome. I’ve been spraying it daily with penetrating oil then I’m just going to have to force it I guess. I just don’t know how strong the tank part of the connection is.

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petrolconnectorguzzi
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I managed it in the end with a heat gun and plenty penetrating oil. When it did start to move it came off easily.