Gascolator / sump screen?

WingnutWick · #1 04-28-2022, 08:30 AM

Hi all - I couldn't find a part number on this guy but wondering if anyone recognizes it and whether or not it is supposed to have a screen inside it? Mine does not.

Thanks!

Kyle Boatright · #2 04-28-2022, 08:34 AM

I have that model and it has a screen.

WingnutWick · #3 04-28-2022, 08:39 AM

Know the model number by chance? I'm guessing it's probably this: https://www.aircraftspruce.com/catal...gascolator.php
Is your screen a small circular one at the very top or is it something that fits into the sump tank more conformal type?

Thanks

Kyle Boatright · #4 04-28-2022, 08:49 AM

I don’t have the model number, but that one looks right and I’m sure I bought it from Spruce. The screen is a flat metal (stainless probably) mesh and fits in the top section (not the bowl) of the unit.

Taltruda · #5 04-28-2022, 08:51 AM

Looks like the screen is there.. it’s above the rubber seal at the top.

azrv6 · #6 04-28-2022, 10:11 AM

From Aircraft Spruce.

Replacement gasket part number 06-00441

Replacement Screen part number 10543-1

RV6_flyer · #7 04-28-2022, 07:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Taltruda

Looks like the screen is there.. it’s above the rubber seal at the top.

I also see the screen in the top above the rubber gasket.

I purchased replacement screen and gasket / rubber seal from Aircraft Spruce. There were two different filter screens available. Either one will fit. I think I have the 74 micron filter on my airplane but also purchased the 120. Either one would work in my gascolator.

Kyle Boatright · #8 04-28-2022, 08:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RV6_flyer

I also see the screen in the top above the rubber gasket.

I purchased replacement screen and gasket / rubber seal from Aircraft Spruce. There were two different filter screens available. Either one will fit. I think I have the 74 micron filter on my airplane but also purchased the 120. Either one would work in my gascolator.

It is a good idea to check the seal every condition inspection. My check is to make sure it is still pliable. One year it wasn't and my "bend test" turned into a "break in half" test.

WingnutWick · #9 07-06-2022, 08:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Taltruda

Looks like the screen is there.. it’s above the rubber seal at the top.

Yes, you're not wrong....I'm just an idiot. The local mechanic led me to think that there was a bulb type screen and cognitive bias took place without realizing there was a screen in there. Some of these posts I wish I could go back and delete.