Winter quick disconnect color code
Warren,
Winter quick disconnects are notorious for leaking because you don't/
can't always get the same seal when tightening them, some use a light
lube, but I recommend not using them at all. They were popular in the
Libelle because it was necessary to remove the pannel to work on the
instruments. Most other panels don't have to be removed. I stopped
using them years ago. Even in a Libelle I would make the lines long
enough to allow sliding the panel out a foot or so then pull the lines
loose at a "T" by placing needle nose pliers next to the end and
pulling on the "T" fitting. Snip off the used end every year or so and
lube with saliva (AKA spit) when re-installing. Make sure you don't
kink the lines when sliding the panel back in.
Hope this helps,
JJ
Paul Remde wrote:
Hi Warren,
Not that I am aware of. I recommend using a fine-tipped permanent marker to
label each tube near the ends.
Best Regards,
Paul Remde
Cumulus Soaring, Inc.
"Warren" wrote in message
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Is there a standard for the colors on the Winter quick disconnect,
i.e. blue for TE, red for static, etc?
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