ve7fp(at)jetstream.net
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 Posted: Sat Apr 15, 2006 8:03 am Post subject: Gas Tanks |
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Re:gas tank sealing
I have just completed safety wiring the fuel tank nut on my RV6 and a
friend=92s RV9A as per Van=92s safety bulletin.
The simplest way to seal the end plate and sending unit is to use the
cork gasket as supplied using the 12 screws . Install the fuel sender
unit using the supplied rubber gasket and the 5 screws. Hand torque the
screws to be snug trying to be the same all around.
Apply proseal around each screw to about the size of a dime and then put
a bead around the outside edge of the plate and the sender plate. This
has worked for me on my RV6 for many years without a leak and makes for
easier removal if you ever have to remove the plate in the future. I do
not recommend using sealer directly on the plate to tank. You will
likely destroy the plate trying to get it off. I was able to remove the
sender and inspection plate on the 9A without removing the tank. It=92s
tight but I was able to remove enough of the proseal using a =BD inch dull
chisel from around the screws to get the screws out easily and gently
pry the plates off.
I find using a popsicle stick an easy way to apply proseal. Use new
screws, stainless are not necessary.
The best and easiest way to check the tanks for leaks is to use a
balloon (Van lists a tank testing kit). Use a hand pump, do not use
your compressor. Leak test using soapy water.
Ken Hoshowski
RV6
Salmon Arm B.C.
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