2nd Gen Non-Engine/Transmission Fuel pressure hose sealing on the filter head?

[firefighter_2000]

Im having trouble NOT having a leak on the fuel pressure hose & the fuel pressure sensor on top of the fuel heater/filter head. I've teflon taped it and gotten it pretty tight, but Im still getting a leak. Afraid that Im going to snap off the ends. Any tips or tricks to getting it to finally seal? I know teflon tape doesnt actual "seal" but just lubricates the threads so they can go as deep as possible.

Any help is appreciated.

Craig

 

[DavidC]

I used # 2 permatex. If I remember right teflon is not advised for fuel.



Dave

 

[firefighter_2000]

Permatex

Whats the best way to put it in there without making a mess. Just basically smear it on the threads and thread it in?

Thanks

Craig

 

[DavidC]

It doesn't take much. Put a thin coat on the male threads all the way around and screw it in.



Dave

 

[BIGNASTY]

The Mechanics at work used this stuff from Permatex was put on with a little brush that was on the lid of the can and was for Diesel Fuel connections. I thought that most of the fuel connections were made to not need tape or any kind of sealant. I just rebuilt my sons and my fuel filter/pump setups to include more and better filtration and used none. And have no fuel leaks YET now you have me thinkin thats BAD real BAD

 

[WestTN]

if tightiened too much you may have cracked the cover. And Teflon is inert to most anything.

 

[CCiatteo]

Try going to Home Depot and go to the isle that sells connections/fittings for gas furnaces, water heaters etc and look for yellow colored teflon tape. The yellow stuff is resistant to diesel fuel and I think it even says so on the packaging.

UL Yellow Gas Line Tape - Seal Tape

There's a link and some background info.