SAF-AIR designed its line of flush mounted fuel drain valves to be an exact replacement for the Auto Valve F391 line of flush fuel drain valves. Unlike the Auto Valve, SAF-AIR valves can be rebuilt. These valves offer a dependable, low-cost solution when a flush mount is needed. FAA & TSO-C76 approved |
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works fine
SAF-AIR FLUSH MOUNT DRAIN VALVE SA53S
Ordered for AA5B, quick delivery. Kept as spare in on-board tool box.
SAF-AIR FLUSH MOUNT DRAIN VALVE SA53S
A necessary evil since internal o-ring cant be replaced on this valve. Reasonable price.
SAF-AIR SA72 DRAIN VALVE
Nice valve, I have used for years. Its o-ring can be changed which is great.
SAF-AIR SA18 DRAIN VALVE
Timely and accurate delivery and part fitment.
SAF-AIR FLUSH MOUNT DRAIN VALVE SA53S
SAF-AIR FLUSH MOUNT DRAIN VALVE SA53S
Good quality Good , quick delivery Problem is shipping cost
SAF-AIR SA18 DRAIN VALVE
Exact replacement.
SAF-AIR SA72 DRAIN VALVE
Very nice replacement, worked great on my 75 C172 M.
SAF-AIR SA72 DRAIN VALVE
Works as advertised. No leaks!
SAF-AIR SA72 DRAIN VALVE
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Per Saf-Air, SA72 is 7/16-20 thread, and uses O-ring p/n 04-02536.
SA72 uses M83248/1-012 | SA32 uses M83248/1-011
The SA187 has a smaller and thinner hex on the bottom of the valve. That is the difference between the two valves.
1144 steel.