The Salt Fox Build Log

[Fallen]

I'm getting really close to putting in the pitot tube. I was wondering if there was a different solution available than the one kitfox suggests. I'd like to do 2 color line for the Garmin pitot+aoa. I ordered parts of the stein air kit, but I'm not a huge fan of the tubing and I won't use the push type connectors, from what I've heard people have more problems than the kitfox solution. So, I was wondering if this was an acceptable solution, or if I should just do it the way the manual suggests with different tubing.

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Further, I was curious what kind of tubing these guys are using, as the nylon tubing from stein is rather rigid.

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From Geeks build above and below is from Kitplane Enthusiast's build.

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[Geek]

Here's a link to the tubing kit I used.

https://www.aircraftspruce.com/catal...forskyview.php

Geek

[Delta Whisky]

Fallen - I'm with you and don't use any standard connectors in a pneumatic line. From the first problem I encountered 40 years ago I've used silicon tubing from a medical/laboratory supply house to make all tubing connections. (If is isn't expensive it isn't the right stuff.) It is very elastic, has a broad temp range, and doesn't age. (I have some over 30 years old that is indistinguishable from new.) Since it kinks easily (and, did I mention, expensive), I don't use it except for direct connections. Almost any high quality tubing will work for the long runs; I used what came in the kit. If a tight bend or turn is required I use high quality plastic right angle connectors available at lots of good hardware stores or ACS.