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Old October 1st 06, 06:53 PM posted to rec.aviation.homebuilt
Stache
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Default Fuel line question


Lou wrote:
Anyone have a good reason why I shouldn't use 1/4" plumbing line
(fridge water line) for fuel lines?
It seems to have great connectors. Also holds a lot more pressure than
I'll be needing. Anyone use this yet?
Lou


Answer: Go to http://www.ntsb.gov and search homebuilt accidents and
see how many are related to fuel issues. I have been on several
accidents with fuel problems. Having 1/4 ID can be a problem because
of flow and not pressure. Flow is what a engine requires and haveing
5/16 or 3/8 is a better option. The same goes for the vent lines. The
more bends and connections causes flow reductions and having hight
pressue will not solve this problem.

Stache