Hi Jim. Is this a pipe thread, compression, or flare? I don't think Teflon
tape will fix your problem if it's a compression or flare. The threads don't
provide the seal if it's compression or flare. You might be able to cut the
end off and put a new sleeve for compresson, or re-flare for a flare.
- Hugh
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> Sent: Saturday, November 16, 2002 11:11 AM
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>
> Is teflon tape incompatible with gasoline? The connection
> leading into the
> fuel pump on my 65 4A has started to seep gasoline out of it.
> Not a drip but
> rather a leeching effect. If you wipe off the top of the
> cover on the bowl,
> you notice a slow darkening of the metal which spreads and
> then pools on top
> of the cover of the pump body itself. Can I make at least an
> interim repair
> by simply wrapping the threads of the connection with teflon
> tape? Will the
> gas eat it?
> Thanks.
>
> Jim
> 65 4A
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