REFLECTOR: Re: Fuel Cap O-Ring Size

[Gary T. Ciampa]

All,

I was able to locate the correct O-ring for the fuel cap, it turns out 
that the part is available from Vans Aircraft, listed in their catalog 
as " FUEL CAP SEALS (EA)"

Cheers,

Gary

Gary T. Ciampa wrote:

> All,
>
> I was hoping to get some advice on the appropriate O-ring for my fuel 
> cap. I have a non-vented compression fuel cap and  need to replace the 
> old O-ring.(Wicks Aircarft link to fuel cap model: 
> http://www.wicksaircraft.com/catalog/product_detail.php/pid=4881~subid=303/index.html) 
>
>
> The closest I could find is a MS83461-1-325, black, but the -325 seems 
> to be a bit smaller than the one that needs replacing.
>
> The old o-ring is an orange/brown color, the dimensions match the -325 
> but the when compressed in the fuel cap, the orange/brown one seems to 
> expand more and provides a good seal for the cap. I have a crack in 
> the original o-ring, hence the reason for replacing.
>
> Information on the o-ring, ID, OD and thickness, 1-1/2", 1-7/8", 3/16"
>
> Thanks.....I'm confused......
>
>