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Probably not, but it wouldn't hurt and is less likely to make a mess.
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When it is operating properly, there should be no pressure. But on mine, the bleeder hole was plugged so it would hold some pressure. Either way, just open the water drain to keep most of the fuel from leaking out into the valley. Plus the pressure will be bled if there was any. Which ones are you changing? Have you considered doing a fuel bowl rebuild since you'll have it opened up?
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When it is operating properly, there should be no pressure. But on mine, the bleeder hole was plugged so it would hold some pressure. Either way, just open the water drain to keep most of the fuel from leaking out into the valley. Plus the pressure will be bled if there was any. Which ones are you changing? Have you considered doing a fuel bowl rebuild since you'll have it opened up?
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The only time you dont need any type of sealer is brass to brass..... Good luck
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As far a Teflon Tape.. My father worked as a machinist for 30 yrs for the Sperry Corporation. They built a variety of high and low pressure pumps; hydraulic, fuel (diesel, gas, jet fuel, you name it).. The majority of their fittings had teflon tape used on them. 40 yrs of being on the farm, everything had teflon tape used on it to prevent leaks and provide a good seal.. Just my thoughts here.....
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