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    Default Gascolator on newer models

    My KF 5 has a gascolator. However the build manual doesn't mention it. Do the newer models use a gasolator and if so, anyone have the instructions on where and how to plumb it in.......

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    Default Re: Gascolator on newer models

    Jerry,

    I like gascolators, but they are not usually used nor included with the newer Kitfox models to my knowledge. With the header tank having a “sump” that’s usually the low point in the fuel system, it does the potential “water in fuel” collection very well. The gascolators I have had, and have also seen on Kitfoxes, are usually mounted as low as possible on the firewall, and where the drain valve can be accessed/activated without removing the cowl. The fuel line comes from the header tank to the inlet of the gascolator, and out of the gascolator into the engine mounted fuel pump.
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    Default Re: Gascolator on newer models

    Was it originally built in Canada? It's required here. I had to add one to pass inspection.
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    Default Re: Gascolator on newer models

    It Originally went to from the factory to Texas.

    My KF 4 had a gascolator on the lower right firewall. I like the idea of having one, but I just can't see anywhere to mount it on the firewall and still be able to get to it.

    If the movement has gotten away from using them, then I won't add the weight.

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    Default Re: Gascolator on newer models

    Have one on mine, (Model IV) Probably saved me an engine out emergency when the gas tank decided to dissolve

    See Thread: https://teamkitfox.com/Forums/thread...ank-repair-DIY

    FYI I was flying it with the tanks like that, Lots of **** in the header, Gascolator screen had lots of debris in it, but it prevented the carbs from clogging up

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    Default Re: Gascolator on newer models

    You’ve got to have a filter in the fuel line, whether it’s in a gascolator or separate in-line filter(s).
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    Default Re: Gascolator on newer models

    I am a little wary of the gascolater on the lower firewall as both recent local kitfox accidents here have seen the gascolater damaged and the fuel dumped out. The fox I am rebuilding for my brother will have a filter on each tank feed for debris and the header will take card of any water. This systym is working well on mine.

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