REFLECTOR: fuel fittings

Scott Derrick scott at tnstaafl.net
Fri May 9 08:14:38 CDT 2008


I did the same as Keith.  Cleaner, safer and should last the lifetime of 
the plane.

Scott

Keith Hallsten wrote:
> Noel,
>
> I tossed all the hose fittings and used 3/8" aluminum tubing throughout the
> fuel system, except between the firewall bulkhead fitting and the engine.  I
> think that's considered the most reliable system.
>
> Keith Hallsten
>
>
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> Subject: REFLECTOR: fuel fittings
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>
>
> I installed finger strainers and an823-6d fittings.
> Anyone know the an number of the nut/bushing that goes on 
> the 3/8 tubing before I flair it?
>
> The sump has fittings for hoses, I assume that the last 
> few inches
> of fuel line will switch from alum tubing to hose.
> Any pro/con of running alum tubing all the way?
> Is the hose to isolate vibration?
>
> Noel
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