FUEL LINES

I'm replacing all fuel lines myself on a Freightliner Century. The engine is recessed under the rain gutter. I'm figuring the best way to reach the supply and return lines on the back of the head is to remove the rain gutter. The only other option I see is to remove the valve cover and lay something flat on it. But I'm not keen on that option. I'd be afraid of a small piece of wood-if I used a ply board-getting in the top of the head and I wouldn't be able to see it as it's covered in oil. It looks like I wouldn't be able to reach the hoses coming from underneath. And that's even if I remove the side skirt and 1/4 fender. Has anyone ever done this job who could give feedback? It goes without saying I don't want waste time removing the rain gutter only to find out I still can't reach those hose ends. TIA.

 

Right side or left side of the truck to access? I couldn't see or feel (when I was laying on the valve cover) where they went into the head. I have Series 60. If it's the right side (passenger), the exhaust pipe is filling up most of the space between the frame and the cab.

 

I can look on my Detroit software to see where the ports are.

 

2002. So you saying I can reach both lines from the driver's side?

 

Ok. At least I have a plan of attack. The fender is a lot quicker to remove than the rain gutter. Thanks

 

I'll try that. I am the slim guy who's going to do the job. And then I'll cook dinner for my wife and me. I do all the cooking when I'm at home. I used to be a "chef." Thanks