Has anyone run across a supplier of the fluid for King Seeley Hydrostatic Fuel Gauges that doesn't turn clear after exposure to light?
All the sources I've tried have the same result - the liquid goes from red to light amber after 3 - 6 months, faster if exposed to light.
Some background on the fluid used originally:
Chemical Name - acetylene tetrabromide also called 1,1,2,2-tetrabromoethane
Specific gravity- 2.95 to 2.96
Color - red
Original literature called for it to be dyed with 'Durant' scarlet dye.
The modern replacement liquid sold by the vendors has a tendency to lose its color after some time.
http://www.classicandexotic.com/store/p-300-king-seeley-fuel-gauge-red-fluid.aspx Any Chemists out there that can suggest an available substitute?
I've included some repair tips for this type gauge I ran across.
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