3003 fuel lines ?

[Jims170A]

Hi All
Aircraft Spruce has a 3003-0 Versatube, soft aluminum tubing that comes in a
coil, listed as a fuel line. 3/8 has a wall thickness of .035 and a max
working pressure of 520 PSI. Has any one used this on their Rebel? How tight
can you make the bend Radius? I don't plan on using rubber under the floor
and this looks easier without all the unions.
Jim LePard R254



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[LisaFly99]

In a message dated 6/9/01 9:51:56 AM Central Daylight Time, Jims170A@cs.com
writes:

Aircraft Spruce has a 3003-0 Versatube, soft aluminum tubing that comes in a
coil, listed as a fuel line. 3/8 has a wall thickness of .035 and a max
working pressure of 520 PSI. Has any one used this on their Rebel? How
tight
can you make the bend Radius? I don't plan on using rubber under the floor
and this looks easier without all the unions.
Jim LePard R254

JIM
I used a tubing with the same characteristics. You can make a pretty tight
bend with a good tubing bender and some patience. Don't bend tight radius by
hand cause it will flatten out. You can tweak it a little tighter once you
use the bender.
Phil&Lisa Smith #460 N414D

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[Legeorgen]

Jim,

I used this soft fuel line on my Kitfox and it's very pliable. It came as
standard fuel line with the kit. Yes, You can make sharp bends without
kinking.

Bruce G




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[Terrence A Sack]

Hi, Jim. I used the 3003 for a fuel tank vent line. It is very soft and
easy to bend....too easy. If bumped it will bend. I recommend you use
5052. It is nearly as workable and a little stiffer.

What has everyone done to seal up the openings between the tabs of the
firewall? I'm sure they should be sealed or there wouldn't be complete
isolation of the engine compartment from the cockpit.

Terry Sack


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Jims170A@cs.com wrote:

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Hi All
Aircraft Spruce has a 3003-0 Versatube, soft aluminum tubing that comes in a
coil, listed as a fuel line. 3/8 has a wall thickness of .035 and a max
working pressure of 520 PSI. Has any one used this on their Rebel? How tight
can you make the bend Radius? I don't plan on using rubber under the floor
and this looks easier without all the unions.
Jim LePard R254
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[Legeorgen]

Hi Terry,

A lot of guys use high temperature RTV silicone to seal the tab holes in the
firewall (it's usually red). I never thought it ever looked very good, but if
you apply it neatly it might have a better appearance. Use it around any
holes in the firewall like wires cables etc.

Bruce G



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[LisaFly99]

In a message dated 6/11/01 8:22:55 PM Central Daylight Time, tasack@gcfn.org
writes:

What has everyone done to seal up the openings between the tabs of the
firewall? I'm sure they should be sealed or there wouldn't be complete
isolation of the engine compartment from the cockpit.

TERRY
There is a fire proof or retardant caulk made just for such applications. You
can find it in Wicks, Aircraft Spruce or most of the aircraft parts catalogs.
Or you can go to you're local heating & air-conditioning supply house and
pick up the commercial version, Same specs for 1/3rd the price.
Phil&Lisa Smith #460 N414D

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[Flyin B Ranch]

I have used left over pro seal in the past for sealing firwall flanges ect.

Bruce

What has everyone done to seal up the openings between the tabs of the
firewall? I'm sure they should be sealed or there wouldn't be complete
isolation of the engine compartment from the cockpit.

TERRY
There is a fire proof or retardant caulk made just for such applications. You
can find it in Wicks, Aircraft Spruce or most of the aircraft parts catalogs.
Or you can go to you're local heating & air-conditioning supply house and
pick up the commercial version, Same specs for 1/3rd the price.
Phil&Lisa Smith #460 N414D