Best fuel tester?

[Dan Little]

What type of fuel tester is everyone using? I’ve got the standard tester/screwdriver and it always makes a mess? Any recommendations? Thanks 

[Tom Baker]

That picture doesn't look like a CT. If you are trying to use the yellow rod in the end pull it out and throw it away. Just push up with the tube on the cross bar on the quick drain.

[Anticept]

The yellow rod is for certain aircraft models that have recessed fuel strainer points. You don't need it for this type.

[Ulmo133]

22 hours ago, Tom Baker said:

That picture doesn't look like a CT. If you are trying to use the yellow rod in the end pull it out and throw it away. Just push up with the tube on the cross bar on the quick drain.

Same for me.

[shiny.ice]

On the CTLSi I test the rear sump with the crossbar and test the other sump with the rod.

[Tom Baker]

52 minutes ago, shiny.ice said:

On the CTLSi I test the rear sump with the crossbar and test the other sump with the rod.

You can do both with just the tube.

[GlennM]

I assume that is a stock photo to show what he meant by the standard tester.  

 

I use the GATS jar.  Airports don't like you pouring gas on them anymore.  The mesh screen lets the gas through and holds the water back, so you can pour it back in the tank.

 

[ctbob]

The big GATS jar is great.  It drains an adequate amount to more truly  evaluate fuel contaminants .   It’s a little cheesy in construction, but an overall better product than one that only shows a couple of ounces at best and dribbles all over your fingers 

[morgan]

I had the same problem with the standard fuel tester and screwdriver. It always made a mess and wasn’t very easy to use. I switched to a clear bowl fuel tester that has a little drain valve at the bottom. It lets you see if there’s water or dirt in the fuel, and you can drain it without spilling everywhere. It’s a lot cleaner and easier to handle. Some people also use a glass tube tester, which is simple and works well too. It just depends on what kind of fuel system you’re checking.