Get a drip from my fuel tank shutoff, won't quit. I've had it apart a couple of times, don't see anything wrong. Any suggestions? Thanks Jim
leaky fuel tank shutoff
Get a drip from my fuel tank shutoff, won't quit. I've had it apart a couple of times, don't see anything wrong. Any suggestions? Thanks Jim
IIRC, someone recommended using Linkert bowl gaskets on the shut-off rod for a better seal. I've never tried it, but I have two in case the need arises.
VPH-D
You gotta make sure the top and bottom of the tank are in line. Even though there are several parts to the shut off, the operation is staightforward, and should not give problems. Easy for me to say, right?
The rolled copper Linkert bowlnut gaskets only seal the banjo fitting on the outside. But they do it with ease.
Leaking through the valve itself is another matter.
The Factory tool for re-aligning the tank fails to take the springyness of a good tank into consideration.
I have a crude threadchaser for the bottom bung that is centerdrilled 1/4" all the way through. This allows me to screw it in and eyeball the alignment.
That, and a wooden mallet, makes re-alignment a cinch.
...Cotten
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