<VV> Fuel Questions

[Frank DuVal]

1.  OK, who is spreading the rumor that teflon tape is a no no? Yes, if 
used improperly, little bits can come off and go downstream, so use it 
properly! I have used it exclusively on the 1/8" NPT fittings on Corvair 
fuel pumps for 31 Years!

The proper method of installing? Leave the first thread bare when 
wrapping two turns of tape around the male threads. This way the loose 
end does not get into the fuel flow, and more than two wraps is quite 
excessive.

For a great gasoline rated pipe dope, use Gasoila, like found here:

http://www.gsasupplyco.com/liquidsealants.html

But it is way more expensive than the 99 cent teflon tape roll.

Again, even with pipe dope, leave the starter threads bare.

And yes, flare fitting need NO sealant.

2. The extra fuel filter goes in place of the rubber hose on the other 
side of the firewall than the engine.  GF61 used to be a part number, 
but any metal filter with 5/16" hose barbs will work. Do not put any 
rubber hose in the engine compartment. It looks crappy and could feed a 
fire.

3. Yes, check the screws for tightness on the fuel pump. But don't strip 
them! If you do, just buy longer screws, nuts and lock washers.

Frank DuVal



Bill H. wrote:

>                                   B"H
>
>Hi all...I am noticing the strong smell of gasoline
>(ugh!) when I start the Monza.  At first I was afraid
>of a major fuel leak, but no fuel was leaking under
>the car. (I had just returned from the car wash,
>inclding a chassis bath).
>
>Today I opened the engine lid and found some gasoline
>on the fittings to the fuel pump (only a small amount,
>but the engine compartment did smell strongly from
>gas).
>
>Question #1:  I'd like to try to secure the fittings
>to the fuel pump and would appreciate any suggestions.
> I know Teflon tape is a no-no, but are there any
>sealers that can be used for fuel lines?
>
>Question #2:  A gentlemen watching me suggested I add
>an in-line fuel filter to both gas lines to the carbs,
>which would keep the stones in better shape.  Any
>opinions on this?
>
>Thanks people!...Bill Hershkowitz
>                 Brooklyn, NY
> "Susie the Little Blue Coupe" 69 Monza 110 PG
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