Sealer recommendation

[Bueff]

Hi guys,

just as we’re getting ready for the big trip, I have discovered a leak in my fuel tank. The leak is in between the stainless steel pick up pipe and the aluminium tank. The pick up is a WVO design ‘Hotstick’ and I used the seal that came with it, which was a cork seal. This seems to have lost it’s fun and decided to leak.

My question is now, what sealant would you recommend?

I am tempted to get something out of a tube like a industrial silicone, there are gasket makers in tubes from the automotive shops. Or should I get a sheet of cork and replace the seal with that?

Thanks for you help as always

Jens

[Bigboy]

Re: Sealer recommendation

https://www.henkel-adhesives.com/sk/en/product/thread-sealants/loctite_567.html

Hi Jens,
About time I made a contribution.
I have been using "loktite 567" on bio processor screwed pipe fittings, good gap filling so threads can be a little slack and allowed to cure for at least 24 hours. The joint must be clean and dry before you start. Have a look at the specs on the above web site.
Cheers
Peter

Also have used "Boston Gas & Water sealant" from Bunnings. A sticky liquid , should be ok to use as a gasket as is the 567.
$5.60
Peter

[Bigboy]

Re: Sealer recommendation

Jens,
Another liquid pipe sealer of interest "Boston Liquid Gas and water sealant".
@ Bunnings I/N 47500075 $5.60. Should be sticky enough to form a gasket.
Peter.