Just be aware that any excess compound may get into the fuel system and
could result in a filter blockage.
We used a silicone gasket sealant to seal the fuel float gauge on my
previous kit aircraft (Shadow) and it broke off into the fuel forming
perfect jelly like spheres which blocked the fuel line. Engine stopped at
2,000 ft - fortunately we were within gliding range of the field.
I appreciate Hylomar is different (ie: not silicone) but needs to be used
sparingly. I have used Red Hermetite to seal fuel connections in the past
and it will form a fuel proof seal.
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-europa-list-server@matronics.com
[mailto:owner-europa-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of graeme bird
Sent: 18 September 2013 19:26
Subject: Europa-List: Airworld fuel gauge sealing - what to use
I fitted the airworld fuel gauge a while back and when the tank is up to the
top of the tube it seeps at the screw heads and round the top of the tank.
I spoke to airworld and they said to take each screw out and apply some
automotive gasket compound. I brought some fuel resistant hylotyte from
hylomar. Has anyone had a similar experience? The design seems bound to fail
as the fuel is surely going to seep through the threads. Also tightening is
going to just crush the poly tank.
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Graeme Bird
G-UMPY
Mono Classic/XS 912S/Woodcomp 3000/3W
Newby: 75 hours 18 months
g@gdbmk.co.uk
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