Carburetor fuel filter

[hickorystang]

Okay, one more question, for now. I have the model 1940 1V carb. that I rebuilt a few weeks back. Since having issues with the replacement of my radiator I have not had an opportunity to do a good run of the engine. I did crank it for a few minutes, though, and noticed fuel leaking from where the carburetor filter (brass looking thing) screws into another brass fitting on the front of the carb. I tightened as much as I could but still notice leakage. Someone recommended using some a thread adhesive that stops leaks (cannot remember the brand but it does mention that it can be used for fuel leaks). I went to pick some up and one of the older guys at O'Reilys mentioned that you can use plain old teflon tape in that fitting. I have heard that fuel and teflon tape make a bad combination. Any thoughts???

Thanks again,
Steven

 

[bubba22349]

I have used Teflon tape many times without trouble.

 

[hickorystang]

I have used Teflon tape many times without trouble.

Good deal. Will use that. thanks for the input Bubba.

 

[thesameguy]

I would not recommend teflon tape on fuel fittings. Teflon does not resist fuel, and if a piece of teflon dissolves into the fuel stream it will clog the carb. Is it likely? No. Possible? Yes. You should use a Loctite etc. thread sealant on those fittings, not tape.

 

[chad]

2X bubba,
Wrap it round 2 - 3X in the clock wise direction so when threadin/twistin the filter on it will B in the "right direction".