Fuel Gauge Install

[Mulletwagon]

Getting ready to change out the float but not sure of the best route on the gasket upon the reinstall. Is it best to apply Permatex or another sealer or just install the gasket dry ? Also, how many brass rings should be used ? Welcome input. Thanx.

 

[bobbader]

No sealant. Instead, a thin coat of grease or Vaseline on inside & outside surfaces of the gasket. This will make the whole installation easier and seal better as it allows greater flexibility (and "squash") of the gasket surface. Also makes life much easier next time you might have to remove the gauge. Works for me every time. Others might be of differing opinions or have other tried & true methods.

 

[Zax40]

No sealant. Instead, a thin coat of grease or Vaseline on inside & outside surfaces of the gasket. This will make the whole installation easier and seal better as it allows greater flexibility (and "squash") of the gasket surface. Also makes life much easier next time you might have to remove the gauge. Works for me every time. Others might be of differing opinions or have other tried & true methods.

This is what has worked for me also. I recommend the cork gasket.

 

[Oldbluoval]

Two brass rings
Don’t leave them out. Above info
Is good imho

 

[JayJay]

I use a very thin coat of Hylomar Blue on each side of the cork gasket, and a thin layer of oil between two brass rings. Has worked great for me, even when I've had to pull the assembly out a couple of times to readjust the float.

JayJay

 

[Jim/GA]

I use a very thin coat of Hylomar Blue on each side of the cork gasket, and a thin layer of oil between two brass rings. Has worked great for me, even when I've had to pull the assembly out a couple of times to readjust the float.

JayJay

I agree, JayJay, but I use the Hylomar AF instead of the Hylomar Blue. It is an amazing non-hardening sealer.

 

[Tom Endy]

The attached article may be of help.

https://www.santaanitaas.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Gas-Gauge-Repair.pdf

Tom Endy

 

[Bob Bidonde]

These slides should also help you: