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Ryan Allen
 Post subject: Re: Fuel cap question
PostPosted: Tue Feb 02, 2021 12:57 pm 
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I know this isn't an answer to your issue, but If it helps any, I used a retrofit cap sold by Newton. I purchased it from Vans Aircraft I believe. It is made smaller than the standard size cap, so you can install this one inside the existing hole. I omitted a scupper on my flying airplane, and I haven't missed not having one.


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 Post subject: Re: Fuel cap question
PostPosted: Tue Feb 02, 2021 8:30 pm 
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Ryan thanks for the input on the scupper and the fuel cap. I have seen your write up and pictures on the fuel cap install. Has the cap worked well for you? I envision the Usher cap would go in similarly to what you did by cutting its flange to fit and glue/seal it in.

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Ryan Allen
 Post subject: Re: Fuel cap question
PostPosted: Wed Feb 03, 2021 12:42 pm 
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yes, i am still happy with it. I do seem to recall some people have said they have had issues with the plastic parts of the newton caps. I don't recall anything more specific about what this issue was though, sorry.


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