1927 11b Vacuum fuel float issue

[147 Franklin Airman]

My float has now twice filled up with fuel . First time the pins holes (near the needle) were evident after heating up the float, so a quick solder solved that problem but the 2nd time no holes were found. I did notice that the plating was peeling off.

 

So my question is, are there known replacements or is it time to make a new one out of copper/brass sheet?

[PFitz]

This guy's website has them listed, but I've seen posts that he is having health issues, so many take a while to get in touch. 

 

Stewart-Warner Vacuum Tank Floats - The Classic Preservation Coalition

 

Here's website but I've no experience with them. 

Stewart-Warner vacuum tanks – The Brassworks

 

Paul

[147 Franklin Airman]

Thanks Paul. I will try to contact them

[PFitz]

Martin,

If those suppliers don't work out, most often the potmetal tops go bad and the rest is fine. You might get a parts-only one from a club member, or off eBay, that still has a good float.

 

Paul

[theKiwi]

Also try Tim Long in Ohio - tmlong51 at gmail dot com

 

Roger

[147 Franklin Airman]

1 hour ago, theKiwi said:

Also try Tim Long in Ohio - tmlong51 at gmail dot com

 

Roger

Thanks Roger