The fuel gauge (34150-3547-1) on my L245 has started leaking. It seems logical to replace it. It looks like a clear plastic tubing.
However, it does not seem to be available at all of the usual sites I have looked at (KubotaUSA, Messick's, Coleman Equipment, etc.). I tried searching with and without the last hyphen. I got this part number straight from the manual.
It looks like just plain nylon tubing, like is used for fridge water lines, would be a good replacement choice. However, I do not know if it will stand up to the exposure to diesel fuel, or the elements.
Does anyone have experience that they will share as to whether this is a good choice?
Also, if this were to be used, how can I be sure of a good seal? It seems to me that it is not pliable enough to form a good seal. I've heard that heating it with a hair dryer will help. But, I have no experience with that.
Suggestions?
However, it does not seem to be available at all of the usual sites I have looked at (KubotaUSA, Messick's, Coleman Equipment, etc.). I tried searching with and without the last hyphen. I got this part number straight from the manual.
It looks like just plain nylon tubing, like is used for fridge water lines, would be a good replacement choice. However, I do not know if it will stand up to the exposure to diesel fuel, or the elements.
Does anyone have experience that they will share as to whether this is a good choice?
Also, if this were to be used, how can I be sure of a good seal? It seems to me that it is not pliable enough to form a good seal. I've heard that heating it with a hair dryer will help. But, I have no experience with that.
Suggestions?
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