<VV> Leak at the base of the oil pressure switch

[Sethracer at aol.com]

Harry wrote: "You could just tighten the shit out of the switch; that's  
what I'd do..."
 
Bob - That I what I would try first, as well - IF you have the  good type 
of socket designed to grip the switch body, and can get a perfect top  access 
to the switch. You may have to move the alternator out of the way a bit.  - 
Seth
 
 
In a message dated 9/3/2013 10:52:47 A.M. Pacific Daylight Time,  
harryyarnell at verizon.net writes:

The  switch needs the metal tread contact to complete the circuit, so  
Teflon
tape isn't a good idea. Thread sealant goo maybe an option IF the  ground
connection isn't compromised. After you goo up the threads  (lightly), and
install, check to see if the oil lamp glows when you turn on  the ignition
(but not start).
You could just tighten the shit out of the  switch; that's what I'd do...



-----Original  Message-----
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[mailto:virtualvairs-bounces at corvair.org]  On Behalf Of Bob Gilbert
Sent: Tuesday, September 03, 2013 1:40 PM
To:  virtualvairs at corvair.org
Subject: <VV> Leak at the base of the oil  pressure switch

HI,

I've got a small but annoying leak at the  base of the oil pressure switch
where it goes into the adapter.

I've  tried two other switches and no change.

My guess is that the oil is  seeping up around the threads in the 45 year 
old
aluminum mount.

Can  I use Teflon tape here or should I just use a light smear of gasket goo
on  the threads?  Or??

Regards,

Bob



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