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ratropia

09-25-2005 09:27:13




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49 8N. What kind of pipe thread tape/compund should be used for the threads on the fuel bowl to tank, and should any be on the flare fittings to carburator?
Thanks Rick T.




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Gaspump

09-25-2005 14:26:38




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 Re: pipe thread compound in reply to ratropia, 09-25-2005 09:27:13  
Actually Gas-ola is about the best thing for the thread to tank purpose. It's a favorite with HD mechanics and is usually available at your HD shop as well as some auto parts houses. The flare surfaces are the sealing point of flare connections, it will do absolutely no good to put sealant on the flare fitting threads. If a flare fitting leaks you need to fix the flares.



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Bob

09-25-2005 10:15:46




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 Re: pipe thread compound in reply to ratropia, 09-25-2005 09:27:13  
Pipe "dope" with teflon, as used by plumbers is good, and if you look at a home-improvement type place, you can find pipe dope listed for "gas" use. That stuff works GREAT with gasoline.

Just use it sparingly, and keep away from the last thread or two on the male fitting when brushing it on, so as not to slobber any over the edge, and into the fitting, so it winds up in the carburetor!



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Rob

09-25-2005 09:41:06




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 Re: pipe thread compound in reply to ratropia, 09-25-2005 09:27:13  
I"ve had to put tape on the tank thread because they were so loose. The tape to take up room.

A flare fitting just takes a drop or two of oil on the threads so it tightens easily and fully. The seal is in the flare and not the threads so putting a sealant on the threads is a waste of time.



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