frankiefiredog 1 #1 Posted April 20, 2010 Ever use JB Weld on a fuel system part? Success? Failure? Recommended? Of course I would be cleaning the part very well before applying. I need a backup plan in case I have a bigger problem than just the fuel pump on my C-120. Thanks! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rmaynard 16,290 #2 Posted April 20, 2010 I have used JB Weld for many things. It is one of the best epoxy glues made. However, I have never used it where it makes contact with gasoline. Personally, I think that all items in a fuel system should be checked regularly, and if a repair is to be made, it is made with OEM material, or aftermarket items made for that purpose. Nothing worse than the sight of a burning horse or worse yet, you. Bob Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rickv1957 74 #3 Posted April 20, 2010 JB weld is a good product,will work well on metal with great sucess,but not on plastic well,Rick Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Save Old Iron 1,571 #4 Posted April 20, 2010 Ever use JB Weld on a fuel system part? Success? Failure? Recommended? What EXACTLY are you trying to repair in the fuel system. Fuel system parts in contact with gasoline include polypropylene, rubber, steel, brass, viton and aluminum. What type of material are you trying to patch or repair with the JB weld ? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jimbotelho 1 #5 Posted April 20, 2010 i HAVE USED IT ON A FRYER THAT IS USED FOR POTATO CHIPS THE SEAM WAS LEAKING AND IT WAS SUPPOSED TO BE AN EMERGENCY FIX BUT A YEAR LATER IT WAS STILL HOLDING UP :omg: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Save Old Iron 1,571 #6 Posted April 21, 2010 i HAVE USED IT ON A FRYER THAT IS USED FOR POTATO CHIPS THE SEAM WAS LEAKING AND IT WAS SUPPOSED TO BE AN EMERGENCY FIX BUT A YEAR LATER IT WAS STILL HOLDING UP I guess you could say you "tasted victory" on that repair :omg: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
frankiefiredog 1 #7 Posted April 21, 2010 Ever use JB Weld on a fuel system part? Success? Failure? Recommended? What EXACTLY are you trying to repair in the fuel system. Fuel system parts in contact with gasoline include polypropylene, rubber, steel, brass, viton and aluminum. What type of material are you trying to patch or repair with the JB weld ? The fuel pump for my 12HP Tecumseh is leaking. The nipple on the intake side of the pump is loose and will actually slide right out. It's metal. Aluminum I think, but it could be steel. It's a tiny part and it will slide back in the pump, but fuel leaks around it. What do you think? Oh, and I want to taste victory! And a burning horse would be bad, no doubt. And being a firefighter, it's bad when you burn anything up. Neighbors scratch their heads. :omg: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pfrederi 18,634 #8 Posted April 21, 2010 Look for a gas tank repair kit at the auto parts store. It has a 2 part epoxy material (obviously resistive to gasoline). I fixed a hole in the bottom of the gas tank on my M37 15 years ago with the stuff and a sheet metal screw...no leaks Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
frankiefiredog 1 #9 Posted April 21, 2010 Look for a gas tank repair kit at the auto parts store. It has a 2 part epoxy material (obviously resistive to gasoline). I fixed a hole in the bottom of the gas tank on my M37 15 years ago with the stuff and a sheet metal screw...no leaks Excellent! I will try the JB Weld, since I have some (I'm lazy!). If that's not working, I will go buy a kit and use that epoxy. Thanks~! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ken B 3,189 #10 Posted April 21, 2010 i HAVE USED IT ON A FRYER THAT IS USED FOR POTATO CHIPS THE SEAM WAS LEAKING AND IT WAS SUPPOSED TO BE AN EMERGENCY FIX BUT A YEAR LATER IT WAS STILL HOLDING UP Hey Jimbo, them Stew Leonard's chips are insane! Ya eat one, ya eat the whole bag! :D Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Don1977 605 #11 Posted April 21, 2010 I have use JB Weld to coat the inside of a carburetor bowl that was rusting badly. It lasted for 5 or 6 years even with it that thin. Don't know of anything else that hold up with gas. I have used it with some plastic and nylon parts with out any problems. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
frankiefiredog 1 #12 Posted April 22, 2010 Thank you all very much for your help. Hopefully by this weekend, I will have my fuel leak fixed, mower deck running smooth, and be out happily cutting grass while listening to ABBA..... Ok... not ABBA... Maybe... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Save Old Iron 1,571 #13 Posted April 23, 2010 The nipple on the intake side of the pump is loose and will actually slide right out. It's metal. Aluminum I think, but it could be steel. It's most likely what is termed "white metal" or "pot metal" - what ever is left over in the foundry that day is tossed into the "pot" and melted down. With minimal exposure to the gasoline itself, no worries. It will work fine. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jimbotelho 1 #14 Posted April 23, 2010 i HAVE USED IT ON A FRYER THAT IS USED FOR POTATO CHIPS THE SEAM WAS LEAKING AND IT WAS SUPPOSED TO BE AN EMERGENCY FIX BUT A YEAR LATER IT WAS STILL HOLDING UP Hey Jimbo, them Stew Leonard's chips are insane! Ya eat one, ya eat the whole bag! Ken how do you think I got this belly???? :D Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
frankiefiredog 1 #15 Posted April 23, 2010 Ok last night was pretty good for the old Horse. I used JB Weld on the fuel pump and found a new tension belt for my 42" RD Deck. As I was replacing the tension spring, I noticed that the belt had places where the sides had "worn" down. The belt integrity seemed to be ok, but I figured why not just change it out? I also replaced the tension spring on the deck (Thanks to a very nice RedSquare member). Tonight I will reconnect the fuel system and check for leaks. Then I will fire up the mower, pop a frosty brew in my newly installed cup holder, and get some grass mowed. Thank you all for your help. I really appreciate it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Save Old Iron 1,571 #16 Posted April 23, 2010 :omg: french fries for everybody ! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
