'48 Fuel Selector Valve Questions
Posted: Mon Jan 23, 2023 7:33 pm
I have a 1948 170 SN 18549
The airplane has been in my family since 1989. My IA has issue with the fuel selector valve "feel". It also has a little blue staining as well.
My question is what the fuel selector valve should feel like when switching between tanks. I've always been content with the feel of the valve. It's not a new airplane and should it feel like newer fuel valves? (ie smooth operation with defined clicks between selections?)
I believe the part number I'm looking to repair is 0511122. I have a call into McFarland about the availability of the valve and repair kit.
Thanks, Cory
The airplane has been in my family since 1989. My IA has issue with the fuel selector valve "feel". It also has a little blue staining as well.
My question is what the fuel selector valve should feel like when switching between tanks. I've always been content with the feel of the valve. It's not a new airplane and should it feel like newer fuel valves? (ie smooth operation with defined clicks between selections?)
I believe the part number I'm looking to repair is 0511122. I have a call into McFarland about the availability of the valve and repair kit.
Thanks, Cory