Petcock swap? (Full Version)

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Petcock swap?

  

Bassman -> Petcock swap? (6/11/2008 3:39:22 PM)

I''m sick and tired of the vacuum operated petcock on my ''93.  Over the years I''ve had off and on starting problems that I think were caused by the vacuum valve not working as it should.  Is there a non vacuum (normal) style petcock that will bolt on without drama or must I buy a new stock replacement?

Thanks for your help.

  
Shadow -> RE: Petcock swap? (6/11/2008 9:38:58 PM)

Why not buy a petcock service kit ? Must be cheaper....

Bassman -> RE: Petcock swap? (6/12/2008 7:02:51 AM)

Thanks for your reply.  My purpose is not to repair/replace but to substitute a simpler design petcock.  You know, turn it to the "on" position, the valve opens and gas flows.  Turn it to "off" and the gas stops.  As the bike and I age, I worry about being standed by something that should just not fail.

Shadow -> RE: Petcock swap? (6/12/2008 8:46:38 AM)

I wouldn''t replace it, but I''m not the one with the hassles ![:)]
It''s a safety feature, so that any fuel leak isn''t too dangerous.....
Once you repair/service the thing, you shouldn''t have any more trouble. It''s an easy job.....

  

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