In need of a part number... If there is one!

Well, I detailed my engine bay tonite... And while I was sorting the hoses and lines, I accidentally snapped a metal flange that was attached to the rearward-most metal fuel injection line clamp (the one closest to the firewall). I tried to pry it open a bit to place a plastic hose and snappo... It's off the car.

It seemed like a vestigal part, but being a little neurotic, I'd like another. Would anyone be kind enough to have a parts book on them?

Just to refresh, there are five brass-like metal lines that go from the IP to the engine. The 5 lines are twisted and curve, but in between them are clamps. One of the clamps has this extra flange that looks to able to clamp a plastic line.

Thanks so much for the help!

[sixto]

I don't see anything unique to the #6 line in the EPC nor do I see anything obvious with quantity 1. Can you snap a picture of it?

Sixto
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This clamp is used to hold the ALDA boost line in place. Not having it won't hurt anything at all and your best bet for a new one is the salvage yard. I bet they would charge little or nothing for a little clip.

[leathermang]

I don't know about the clip.. but I do know it is important to have all the clamps in place.... I did not even know I was missing some until someone pointed it out... good to check to see how many are officially supposed to be there... otherwise you can get a crack in the metal lines due to the vibration of the fuel pulses through them...

Well, I took the broken part off, and replaced the clamp without fanfare. It actually looks better without it. Funny thing is, the clip broke as I was trying to wedge the alda boost line in it. I wish I had my camera to show you guys... But thanks for your insight. I'll just take the broken piece to a dealer.

The South Florida highway shops are going to love me, I guess they'll have to get their old micro fisches out... LOL!