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Leaky '67 fuel inlet block

Started by JohnBryan21196, October 21, 2010, 09:01:32 PM

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JohnBryan21196

October 21, 2010, 09:01:32 PM
1967 CDV, fuel inlet "block" leaks around the round portion, see photo. This is the second carb I've had leak here. The previous owner had an epoxy-like fix, which eventually leaked in the same manner as mine does now.

Anyone experience this, and what's the best fix?

Thanks,
JB #21196

Dave Shepherd

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October 22, 2010, 12:44:11 PM
I use slow set JB weld for this issue.

JohnBryan21196

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October 23, 2010, 06:08:34 PM
I'll try it and see what happens. I really don't want to drill and tap it for fear of creating a bigger problem. I take it JB Weld is gas-proof?

TJ Hopland

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October 23, 2010, 09:08:04 PM
I think I have been using the marine version of JB weld.  Not sure what the difference is but I does not seem to have issues with gas.   The ethanol found in most of todays fuels does not help the corrosion issue that starts these leaks.   
73 Eldo convert w/FiTech EFI, over 30 years of ownership and counting
Somewhat recently deceased daily drivers, 80 Eldo Diesel & 90 CDV
And other assorted stuff I keep buying for some reason

JohnBryan21196

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October 25, 2010, 06:00:31 PM
Tried the JB Weld Marine formula and it worked like a champ. Thanks for the advice.
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