We bought some dye from an auto parts store. After placing the dye in
the tank, with taped cotton balls at all possible leak locations. After
waiting a day, we used the UV light to inspect the cotton balls for the
leak. Worked well.
Regards,
Terry Seaver
From: owner-europa-list-server@matronics.com
[mailto:owner-europa-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Paul
McAllister
Sent: Monday, October 18, 2010 9:49 AM
Subject: Europa-List: Fluorescent dye
Hi All,
As part of my "mega annual" I replaced some of the rubber fuel hose in
my fuel system, and despite using fuel injection hose clamps (aka
expensive), I am no greeted with the familiar smell of auto gas.
I returned from flying last evening and my wife gave me one sniff and
said, ah you have been with your mistress again.... alas I could not
deny it.
I was wondering if any one has used fluorescent dye successfully for
chasing down fuel leaks, and if so could you suggest a supplier.
Thanks and regards, Paul
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