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SECTION 37: FUEL SYSTEM: Difference between revisions
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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. | ||
=== Hints === | === Hints === | ||
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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]] | ||