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I too have a 73 that I installed new petcocks, however after new o-rings and the fiber gasket, I still have a dripping of gas from one of the screws holding the petcock to tank. It was suggested to me to use some gasket maker when installing the screws to eliminate any leakage. Has anyone...
Good idea TwoMany. Gonna be tied up tonight and working tomorrow night, but will try my best to get a pic on here before the weekend. It is basically identical to the base of the petcock and about 1/8" thick. More to follow
Guess it won't hurt to re-install them. New petcocks, didn't think I'd need them. Better safe then sorry. Sorry to hear of your experience. Thanks for in-put
Okay, one more question here. 73 650 I purchased new petcocks as the old ones were just that, old. cracked, leaking etc....
My question, the old ones had a spacer between tank and petcock. Are they really needed?
Looking forward to the knowledge and shared interest here
Just picked up a 73 TX650 Should get thru instpection in a week then this winter's project.
I had a 75 650 longer past then I care to think of, however I don't recall the clutch cable being so taught on the bike. Tried adjusting...