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pwmac(at)sisna.com
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Posted: Mon Jan 29, 2007 4:05 pm Post subject: Fuel System Questions=finger strainer

The finger strainers unscrew from the fitting in the tank (pipe threads). Empty the tank, disconnect the fittings and fuel hose then wrench out the  finger strainer. Some builders forget to have make break connection and just use hose barbs on the unit. Then the hose usually would have to be cut off. Not a bad thing since hoses are probably need replacement at the same time frame as cleaning the screen. The best way would be to use a short beaded tube from the screen which would not require cutting the hose. The use of an AN fitting would be more professional but I discarded that method due to space limitations.



The purpose of a finger strainer is the same as the sock on the fuel suction line in your auto tank. The main difference is that a finger strainer has much smaller area compared to your auto sock. The prime purpose of a suction or tank outlet filter is to catch stuff that could plug the outlet line. Things like leaves or other imagined items bigger than the 3/8" outlet.

Have fun, Paul

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lcfitt(at)sbcglobal.net
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Posted: Tue Jan 30, 2007 10:18 am Post subject: Fuel System Questions=finger strainer

Paul Wilson Said -



  "Then the hose usually would have to be cut off. "



I have found that by loosening the clamps, and wiggling the hose a bit, the 

hose can be sufficiently loosened from the barb fitting that it can be 

turned without removing the hose from the fitting.   Regarding the periodic 

replacement of the hose, I have heard opinions from respected sources that 

periodic inspection is necessary and replacement when needed.



Lowell



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