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Old 28th Feb 2008, 17:39
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Jackboot
 
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Dipsticks

My R44 came with a fuel dipstick.

It is inscribed 'Main tank/ U.S. Gallons' and is calibrated to 45 US max.

The main tank holds 30 US, the Aux 20 ( rounded values). The Aux feeds into the Main.

It therefore reads the contents of both tanks. Because the combined fuel capacity is 50 US, RHC presumably decided on a 5 US fudge factor, possibly to allow for uneven ground?

I can easily provide you with a drawing or photo with measurements if you wish.

Catcha

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