Fuel System: Tank float sealant

[Aussie Hawk]

Looks like I found the problem of the '51's gas gauge woes - the cork float was saturated. What do you recommend to seal it after drying out? (One that will hold up to new fuels, if there is such an animal)

[Skybolt]

Is it still 6 volt or have you made the change to 12 yet? If you have I have an easy and quick fix. If not then it's up to the old school to help out.

[Aussie Hawk]

Is it still 6 volt or have you made the change to 12 yet? If you have I have an easy and quick fix. If not then it's up to the old school to help out.

Yes, it has been converted to 12 volt, and the gauge has a 'Runtz' installed to convert 12 to 6.

[JohnM15]

Replace the cork with a brass Ford unit. Takes a little fabrication handiwork but it is the best solution.

http://macsautoparts.com/1960-72-for...0R3CHL1139162/

[okc63avanti]

Some of the Studebaker parts vendor's here in the States are offerring a Phenolic plastic float you can adapt to the sending unit. Perhaps you can find something similar locally.

[Chipmaker]

I have used brass carb.float for a replacement.It takes a little fab work to use one.Also have used gas tank sealer to recoat one after it dried out.

[Aussie Hawk]

I have used brass carb.float for a replacement.It takes a little fab work to use one.Also have used gas tank sealer to recoat one after it dried out.

I've done a bit of Web research and will go the CASO route - clear nail polish. I'll let you know how it goes.