Re: Carburator $ Fuel PROBLEM HELP!!!!

Posted by Mike On 2011/6/15 20:54:27

"it is useful on pipe threads only"

I believe on the WGD (and most likely others) the fitting on the carb itself is pipe thread, with a brass fitting going from pipe to flare.

On my fuel pump, both sides had a brass fitting from pipe to flare. Pipe thread usually needs some sealant to seal, but i wouldn't normally think it'd be an issue with the low pressure's we're dealing with here.

I didn't use teflon and they didn't leak, but I've seen teflon used without issues also. As Fred mentioned, carb rebuilders run into it often. Cliff Ruggles and other known careb specialists won't warranty a carb with teflon issues after being installed.