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Old Feb 17, 2018 | 10:16 PM
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so I ask out assembling the tank for my Nova this morning, but have a question about the fitting to the pump. I went with the Tank Inc. fuel tank and their in tank pump. I’m goin. To run AN fittings, so I bought adapter for the pump outlets/inlets.

Are these fittings supposed to screw all the way in?

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Old Feb 18, 2018 | 08:29 AM
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No, they look to pipe thread on the pump end so just stop when they are tight.
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Also with pipe thread you want to use sealant. Either tape or paste type.
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Originally Posted by bjamick
Also with pipe thread you want to use sealant. Either tape or paste type.
Make sure whatever sealant you use it is compatible with gasoline.
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I used Permatex high temp thread sealant. Says it’s good for fuel fittings, so should be good. Thanks for the confirmation guys. Now I can finally get to assembling this car.
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I also have a Tanks Inc. tank and am curious, My pump also had a vent and so did the tank itself. Their kit came with a barbed y to connect them so I did. Is your setup similar? I’ve seen pics where people blocked off the vent on the tank itself for some reason. I know efi needs good venting.
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Originally Posted by Mr.Bu
I also have a Tanks Inc. tank and am curious, My pump also had a vent and so did the tank itself. Their kit came with a barbed y to connect them so I did. Is your setup similar? I’ve seen pics where people blocked off the vent on the tank itself for some reason. I know efi needs good venting.
Yup, same here. I am planning on using the y fitting that came with it. Just to be on the safe side.
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