Had a fuel smell in the cockpit and it turned out that the header tank needed an overhaul. I was using autogas at the time and we all know how foul smelling that stuff is. Well, the odor permeated into the carpets and all cushions, even in the cushioning on my headsets that were left in the airplane. Was never able to get it out and I still have a set from those days. Still smells bad.
You need to fix that puppy ASAP or the smell of autogas will forever be on your pants after you fly. Al DeMarzo Visit the Ercoupe Swap Page Free, Easy and No Membership Required http://www.ercoupeowners.com/swap/swapbook.htm ----- Original Message ----- From: Richard To: [email protected] ; Techlist Ercoupe ; Hartmut Beil Sent: Thursday, January 01, 2009 8:32 PM Subject: Re: [ercoupe-tech] Newbie seeks...Part II I found the packing on the primer loose causing a leak when the primer was used. Same thing happened in my Cessna 150H. Fixed them both with new leather washers provided by my A&P mechanic. I agree that if you smell fuel in the cockpit, don't fly until you get the leak located and repaired. Rich Blair Kingsland, Ga.
