Fuel Drain Plug
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tinyman842
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Fuel Drain Plug
Just got my tank 'rolled' and took out the drain plug. Now it's leaking, not a whole bunch, but it is leaking.
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dingdong
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Re: Fuel Drain Plug
There should be a sealing washer on there. Copper or aluminum. Make sure the surface of the drain hole is clean and smooth. Loc-tite makes a gas resistant sealer for the threads if the crush washer doesn't seal properly.
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Placerville
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Re: Fuel Drain Plug
What does, "...got my tank rolled.." mean? I've never heard that term before.
Anyway, the best way to seal that plug is to use Permatex® Aviation Form-A-Gasket® No. 3 Sealant Liquid as it is impervious to gasoline. If you do not use this product, I guarantee the plug will leak. Yes, use the sealing washer but, that by itself won't keep it from leaking. Do not over tighten it.
Anyway, the best way to seal that plug is to use Permatex® Aviation Form-A-Gasket® No. 3 Sealant Liquid as it is impervious to gasoline. If you do not use this product, I guarantee the plug will leak. Yes, use the sealing washer but, that by itself won't keep it from leaking. Do not over tighten it.
Placerville- 1976 Yellow
