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10-31-2013, 08:16 AM | #21 |
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Re: New gas gauge arm fell off in tank
I would delay the install and GET CORK GASKETS, don't forget the brass washers. FWIW
Also disconnect the battery before messing with the gas tank. Paul in CT |
10-31-2013, 08:22 AM | #22 |
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Re: New gas gauge arm fell off in tank
ethanol isn't a problem....?
OK, I'll start blaming Dupont for poor plastic quality in their gas lines, etc. need to blame someone.... |
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10-31-2013, 08:43 AM | #23 |
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Re: New gas gauge arm fell off in tank
Last year I had the same thing happen when I installed a repo gauge in my Tudor. The problem was as Richard Wilson described in his post, and I repaired it exactly the same way Richard did. The JB Weld seems to be holding up well.
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10-31-2013, 08:50 AM | #24 | |
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Re: New gas gauge arm fell off in tank
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The cork gaskets work great for the gauge, but the black gaskets swell and gell with ethanol. |
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10-31-2013, 09:54 AM | #25 |
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Re: New gas gauge arm fell off in tank
I recently purchased an item from one of the popular "A" part suppliers that was totally inferior for it's intended use. In calling them they told me to send it back. My advice to them was if they agreed that it was inferior, to discontinue its sale. Such action is what separates good suppliers from some others and where my future business will go. Like so many things, it comes down to trust in the supplier to sell you items of expected quality.
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10-31-2013, 11:03 AM | #26 |
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Re: New gas gauge arm fell off in tank
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It wasn't a problem then and it isn't a problem Actually, no. This statement is wrong sorry! You're confusing Ethanol with the use of lead in gasoline. That's OK because both subjects have been beat to death anyway time to move on we'll overlook it......... |
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