Greg,
I'd throw it out, especially if you intend to use Mogas.
There were a couple of good postings earlier this year, where the
builders had used PVC sight tubes,
perhaps you can track them down in the archives, or maybe they will
be re-posted ( from John L and Fred K I think )
Dave C-FBZI
On 31-Jul-08, at 12:51 PM, Greg Fuchs wrote:
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> Although unused, I am not sure of the condition of the sight tube.
> It has small discolored spots at about 2 foot intervals.
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> It seems hard, but maybe no worse than originally supplied? It
> does not seem to bend real easy. If I grip it with the thumb and
> pointer finger and squeeze as hard as I can, I cannot get the
> sidewalls to touch. It compresses about half ways. Assuming I don=92t
> need to work out and strengthen my fingers, is this normal for this
> hose? What is it like brand new?? All answers welcome. I am ready
> to install this stuff, so now would be the time to chuck it too,
> and find a replacement of some sort.
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> Thanks for all responses,
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> Greg Fuchs
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