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Old 11-02-2011 | 07:29 AM
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Default RE: Needle valve O-ring question

I run diesel conversions of glow engines. The fuel causes the o-rings to swell. Sometimes they get pretty tight, but it doesn't seem to be a big issue. I think, but can't be sure, that if you remove the oil from the o-ring it will eventually shrink back down. I understand certain synthetic ATF or motor oils will not swell silicone o-rings.