SECTION 37: FUEL SYSTEM - Revision history

Martin: /* Before You Start */

2025-04-02T15:51:45Z

Before You Start

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	Modifications to Consider		Modifications to Consider

	* Consider ordering TS Flightline fuel hoses -- and consider if you want two ~~wingroot~~ fuel filters instead of one filter in the tunnel.		* Consider ordering TS Flightline fuel hoses (see Hints sections below) -- and consider if you want two wing root fuel filters instead of one filter in the tunnel. For wing root filter discussions, see this [https://www.facebook.com/groups/vansrv10/posts/9347006392087043 FB thread].
	* The electric fuel pump does not come with the kit; order from Van's or elsewhere. If you order from Van's you can get the [https://store.vansaircraft.com/rv-10-fuel-pump-and-filter-kit-10-f-i-pump-kit.html full kit] or you may be able to buy some separate parts. Specifically, if you are using third-party hoses and wingroot filters, all you need to order is:		* The electric fuel pump does not come with the kit; order from Van's or elsewhere. If you order from Van's you can get the [https://store.vansaircraft.com/rv-10-fuel-pump-and-filter-kit-10-f-i-pump-kit.html full kit] or you may be able to buy some separate parts. Specifically, if you are using third-party hoses and wingroot filters, all you need to order is:
	** [https://store.vansaircraft.com/airflow-performance-fuel-pump-es-airflow-pump-1.html The pump]		** [https://store.vansaircraft.com/airflow-performance-fuel-pump-es-airflow-pump-1.html The pump]

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2025-04-02T15:49:18Z

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	* The firewall is rather thin, therefore the fitting's rim will not end within the wall thickness, it will engage with the inside washer. Make sure you first hand tighten the nut while adjusting the washer's position to avoid that the rim sits proud of the washer.		* The firewall is rather thin, therefore the fitting's rim will not end within the wall thickness, it will engage with the inside washer. Make sure you first hand tighten the nut while adjusting the washer's position to avoid that the rim sits proud of the washer.

	[[~~index.php?title=~~Category:Hints]]		[[Category:Hints]]

Kirkbauer: /* Before You Start */

2025-03-05T17:56:52Z

Before You Start

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	* Consider getting a [https://www.aircraftspruce.com/catalog/pnpages/AN837-6.php steel fuel fitting] and [https://www.aircraftspruce.com/catalog/pnpages/AN924-6.php steel nut]		* Consider getting a [https://www.aircraftspruce.com/catalog/pnpages/AN837-6.php steel fuel fitting] and [https://www.aircraftspruce.com/catalog/pnpages/AN924-6.php steel nut]
	* Many people use an alternate fuel selector valve/system -- e.g. Andair, but note that the lead time for Andair might be nearly one year.		* Many people use an alternate fuel selector valve/system -- e.g. Andair, but note that the lead time for Andair might be nearly one year.
	* Consider [https://www.tcwtech.com/product/rv-10-products/ machined bushings] for passing the fuel lines through the sidewall		* Consider [https://www.tcwtech.com/product/rv-10-products/ machined bushings] for passing the fuel lines through the sidewall. Note that these (or similar) may be included if you ordered from TS Flightline above.

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	* The firewall is rather thin, therefore the fitting's rim will not end within the wall thickness, it will engage with the inside washer. Make sure you first hand tighten the nut while adjusting the washer's position to avoid that the rim sits proud of the washer.		* The firewall is rather thin, therefore the fitting's rim will not end within the wall thickness, it will engage with the inside washer. Make sure you first hand tighten the nut while adjusting the washer's position to avoid that the rim sits proud of the washer.

	[[Category:Hints]]		[[index.php?title=Category:Hints]]

Kirkbauer: /* Before You Start */ Added info about ordering the fuel pump from Van's

2025-03-05T17:56:17Z

Before You Start: Added info about ordering the fuel pump from Van's

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	Modifications to Consider		Modifications to Consider

	* Consider ordering TS Flightline fuel hoses		* Consider ordering TS Flightline fuel hoses -- and consider if you want two wingroot fuel filters instead of one filter in the tunnel.
			* The electric fuel pump does not come with the kit; order from Van's or elsewhere. If you order from Van's you can get the [https://store.vansaircraft.com/rv-10-fuel-pump-and-filter-kit-10-f-i-pump-kit.html full kit] or you may be able to buy some separate parts. Specifically, if you are using third-party hoses and wingroot filters, all you need to order is:
			** [https://store.vansaircraft.com/airflow-performance-fuel-pump-es-airflow-pump-1.html The pump]
			** [https://store.vansaircraft.com/rubber-channel-10-rubber-channel-x-10.html Rubber trim] or similar
			** [https://store.vansaircraft.com/hw-00018-stainless-steel-hose-clamp-an737tw-66-hw-00018.html hose clamp]
	* Consider getting a [https://www.aircraftspruce.com/catalog/pnpages/AN837-6.php steel fuel fitting] and [https://www.aircraftspruce.com/catalog/pnpages/AN924-6.php steel nut]		* Consider getting a [https://www.aircraftspruce.com/catalog/pnpages/AN837-6.php steel fuel fitting] and [https://www.aircraftspruce.com/catalog/pnpages/AN924-6.php steel nut]
	* Many people use an alternate fuel selector valve/system -- e.g. Andair, but note that the lead time for Andair might be nearly one year.		* Many people use an alternate fuel selector valve/system -- e.g. Andair, but note that the lead time for Andair might be nearly one year.

Kirkbauer at 14:45, 23 February 2025

2025-02-23T14:45:46Z

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	=== Hints ===		=== Hints ===
	[[Hints for installing TS Flightline hoses]]		[[Hints for installing TS Flightline hoses]]

			=== Notes ===

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Kirkbauer: Added Before You Start section

2025-02-23T13:54:14Z

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	Check for more recent updates [https://www.vansaircraft.com/service-information-and-revisions/?aircraft=rv-10&doctype=revisions-changes&sort=date here]		Check for more recent updates [https://www.vansaircraft.com/service-information-and-revisions/?aircraft=rv-10&doctype=revisions-changes&sort=date here]

			=== Before You Start ===
			Modifications to Consider

			* Consider ordering TS Flightline fuel hoses
			* Consider getting a [https://www.aircraftspruce.com/catalog/pnpages/AN837-6.php steel fuel fitting] and [https://www.aircraftspruce.com/catalog/pnpages/AN924-6.php steel nut]
			* Many people use an alternate fuel selector valve/system -- e.g. Andair, but note that the lead time for Andair might be nearly one year.
			* Consider [https://www.tcwtech.com/product/rv-10-products/ machined bushings] for passing the fuel lines through the sidewall

	=== Hints ===		=== Hints ===

Martin: /* Page 37-2 */

2025-01-19T06:45:53Z

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	* The firewall is rather thin, therefore the fitting's rim will not end within the wall thickness, it will engage with the inside washer. Make sure you first hand tighten the nut while adjusting the washer's position to avoid that the rim sits proud of the washer.		* The firewall is rather thin, therefore the fitting's rim will not end within the wall thickness, it will engage with the inside washer. Make sure you first hand tighten the nut while adjusting the washer's position to avoid that the rim sits proud of the washer.

	[[~~index.php?title=~~Category:Hints]]		[[Category:Hints]]

Kirkbauer at 04:18, 19 January 2025

2025-01-19T04:18:23Z

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	=== Hints ===		=== Hints ===
			[[Hints for installing TS Flightline hoses]]

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	* The firewall is rather thin, therefore the fitting's rim will not end within the wall thickness, it will engage with the inside washer. Make sure you first hand tighten the nut while adjusting the washer's position to avoid that the rim sits proud of the washer.		* The firewall is rather thin, therefore the fitting's rim will not end within the wall thickness, it will engage with the inside washer. Make sure you first hand tighten the nut while adjusting the washer's position to avoid that the rim sits proud of the washer.

	[[Category:Hints]]		[[index.php?title=Category:Hints]]

Martin: /* Page 37-2 */

2024-01-22T15:23:05Z

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	* The firewall fitting needs to point slightly down to not interfere with the heater valve.		* The firewall fitting needs to point slightly down to not interfere with the heater valve.
	* If you are installing electronic injection, the line from the pump goes to the left side (mirror the hole) and the return line to the right.		* If you are installing electronic injection, the line from the pump goes to the left side (mirror the hole) and the return line to the right.
	* Consider using steel ~~fittings~~ for firewall (AN837-6 and the nut AN924-6j)		* Consider using a steel elbow fitting for the firewall (AN837-6 and the nut AN924-6j)
	* The firewall is rather thin, therefore the fitting's rim will not end within the wall thickness, it will engage with the inside washer. Make sure you first hand tighten the nut while adjusting the washer's position to avoid that the rim sits proud of the washer.		* The firewall is rather thin, therefore the fitting's rim will not end within the wall thickness, it will engage with the inside washer. Make sure you first hand tighten the nut while adjusting the washer's position to avoid that the rim sits proud of the washer.

	[[Category:Hints]]		[[Category:Hints]]

Martin: /* Page 37-2 */

2024-01-22T15:22:18Z

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	Step 4: The firewall fitting needs to point slightly down to not interfere with the heater valve.~~<br>~~If you are installing electronic injection, the line from the pump goes to the left side (mirror the hole) and the return line to the right.~~<br>~~Consider using steel fittings for firewall (AN837-6 and the nut AN924-6j)~~<br>~~The firewall is rather thin, therefore the fitting's rim will not end within the wall thickness, it will engage with the inside washer. Make sure you first hand tighten the nut while adjusting the washer's position to avoid that the rim sits proud of the washer.		Step 4
			* The firewall fitting needs to point slightly down to not interfere with the heater valve.
			* If you are installing electronic injection, the line from the pump goes to the left side (mirror the hole) and the return line to the right.
			* Consider using steel fittings for firewall (AN837-6 and the nut AN924-6j)
			* The firewall is rather thin, therefore the fitting's rim will not end within the wall thickness, it will engage with the inside washer. Make sure you first hand tighten the nut while adjusting the washer's position to avoid that the rim sits proud of the washer.

	[[Category:Hints]]		[[Category:Hints]]