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Old 11-28-2008, 03:10 PM
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Default gas leaks

I need hellp, RV 3 with fuselage tank. Plumbed everything tested the lines before putting the tank in no leaks. I then installed tank in the plane tightened the fitting to tank and then leaks. Each time i fix one leak i get two more. Is it usual for the an fittings to be this touchy to leaks. If so what do i need to do differently. Thanks
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Old 11-29-2008, 07:23 AM
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Default Teflon based thread seal paste..

....Dusty. Hardware store variety. Always put some of it on pipe threads.

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Old 11-29-2008, 04:06 PM
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Default Same here

Used it for 10 years on two different aircraft and never had a leak works great

... Much preferable to teflon tape which can be hazardous to your health..especially when it causes the engine to quit.

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Old 11-29-2008, 04:19 PM
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I've used fuel lube or EZ turn for the fuel lines, also comes in tube
http://www.aircraftspruce.com/search...earch&search=1

Tite Seal for the quick drain(stays gooey and never drys out)
http://www.aircraftspruce.com/catalo...titesealit.php


I've never had any leaks on my fittings while using these two.
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