Fuel tap leaking
#1
11-09-2010, 04:22 PM
Fuel tap leaking
#2
11-09-2010, 05:46 PM
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I haven't had to do one on my 1000F, but plenty of people here have.
They sell rebuild kits on ebay that have the o-rings, seal, new diaphragm.
If you don't need to ride the bike, I'd just pull it apart and see what's leaking. You may be able to just replace an o-ring or something. But even if you need more than that, the rebuild kits are available. Usually between $10-20US.
They sell rebuild kits on ebay that have the o-rings, seal, new diaphragm.
If you don't need to ride the bike, I'd just pull it apart and see what's leaking. You may be able to just replace an o-ring or something. But even if you need more than that, the rebuild kits are available. Usually between $10-20US.
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#4
11-09-2010, 07:25 PM
I haven't had to do one on my 1000F, but plenty of people here have.
They sell rebuild kits on ebay that have the o-rings, seal, new diaphragm.
If you don't need to ride the bike, I'd just pull it apart and see what's leaking. You may be able to just replace an o-ring or something. But even if you need more than that, the rebuild kits are available. Usually between $10-20US.
They sell rebuild kits on ebay that have the o-rings, seal, new diaphragm.
If you don't need to ride the bike, I'd just pull it apart and see what's leaking. You may be able to just replace an o-ring or something. But even if you need more than that, the rebuild kits are available. Usually between $10-20US.
#5
11-09-2010, 08:47 PM
#6
11-09-2010, 09:14 PM
#7
11-09-2010, 09:19 PM
either that or a whole used unit , but I'd say it could be done easily enough
taking your time and all , keep a tube of gasket maker handy for the outer
part and around the rivet holes.
Take some pics and post a how to if successful !
Good luck with it , keep us in the loop on how it's going
taking your time and all , keep a tube of gasket maker handy for the outer
part and around the rivet holes.
Take some pics and post a how to if successful !
Good luck with it , keep us in the loop on how it's going
#8
11-10-2010, 10:25 AM
#9
11-10-2010, 01:23 PM
#10
11-11-2010, 09:21 PM
Hi Guys,
I drilled 3mm holes then filed off the top of the rivet head, which is part of the body. I didn't use lube while drilling the first hole and the drill bit picked up in the hole, so the first hole is a little larger (turps or kerosene is good). By using a 3mm drill bit you retain part of the rivet, which acts as a locator. I used Stainless steel screws and nuts to hold together.
It's back together but not with the correct O ring as I'm trying to sores one here. Can't get a kit for it here in NZ. The rubber gate washer (don't know the proper name!) was OK but turned it over, it's the same on the other side. It's not leaking but will replace the O ring if I can get one. The cost to fix it so fare is about $4. God knows what it would cost for a new tap!!
I hope this helps anyone who wants to do this.
I drilled 3mm holes then filed off the top of the rivet head, which is part of the body. I didn't use lube while drilling the first hole and the drill bit picked up in the hole, so the first hole is a little larger (turps or kerosene is good). By using a 3mm drill bit you retain part of the rivet, which acts as a locator. I used Stainless steel screws and nuts to hold together.
It's back together but not with the correct O ring as I'm trying to sores one here. Can't get a kit for it here in NZ. The rubber gate washer (don't know the proper name!) was OK but turned it over, it's the same on the other side. It's not leaking but will replace the O ring if I can get one. The cost to fix it so fare is about $4. God knows what it would cost for a new tap!!
I hope this helps anyone who wants to do this.
Last edited by robbiebgraham; 11-11-2010 at 09:34 PM.