Gas filter
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From: Columbus OH
Gas filter
I just bought new correct AC fuel filter. Old filter could be original. Bottom gas line connection leaks no matter how tight. Old filter did not leak. Put old filter back on and it now leaks a little but less than new one. It is a flared fitting with no gasket. Did I tighten it too much and flared fitting is distorted? Do I need to replace steel line which fastened to filter? Is connection on new filter bad? Can a gasket be added? Other suggestions? Thanks.
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From: Tampa Florida
Here's how I install flared fuel lines:
For the pressure lines from the pump>filter>carb! I would LUBE the lines and fittings, threads, etc. those flare fittings need to be as tight as you can get them. You can't tighten dry fittings as much as you can lubed fittings.
A light coating of grease on the tube and flare where the nut contacts it, as well on the threads might solve all your leaks. Worth a try:thumbs:
Pete
A light coating of grease on the tube and flare where the nut contacts it, as well on the threads might solve all your leaks. Worth a try:thumbs:
Pete
