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Painting Tins. No really...
- Thread starter Jim
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Yes, or there's two factory petcocks that came with the tank. You could order new ones or I could send these along for you to rebuild?
It'll need a cap too. I could send this old one with... but it's pretty rough.
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Cap # is 3263
Bolt pattern is 42 - 43-ish mm
Bolt pattern is 42 - 43-ish mm
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Is a 79 Special fuel cap interchangeable with a Standard tank ? I really do not know. But these petcocks almost work perfectly, one leaks slightly with the original rubber components. These petcocks do fit the Standard tank.
I’m getting rid of my stash ya know
I agree, I finally own a bike that has one on it (my new to me 75 B) so I can compare it to my old badge tank bikes and my Specials...it is indeed a very pleasing looking tank, especially the 75
Standard tanks have a classic shape and hold more fuel. A centered fuel cap. What’s not to like
Well, for a lot of people, the only taste they have....
... is in their mouth.
Seriously though, Yamaha was going for the Harley-ish saturday night bar hopper/Sportster look with the Specials. Although I dislike the Special seats, I like the shape of the tank. To my eye (and mouth
), it's got good lines.
... is in their mouth.
Seriously though, Yamaha was going for the Harley-ish saturday night bar hopper/Sportster look with the Specials. Although I dislike the Special seats, I like the shape of the tank. To my eye (and mouth
), it's got good lines.
Lol.. 
These parts might hopefully go to good use to one of you guys . I’m ready to send ‘‘em got it ?
Thanks Don!!
Sadly, no.
Sun baked?
One tank now shot with 2 full primer coats. I've only got one tank fixture, so tank 2 has to wait it's turn. Maybe tonight, most likely tomorrow. Once they're both primed, I'll start the bodywork on both. Whichever comes ready first will get the fixture and color first.
One tank now shot with 2 full primer coats. I've only got one tank fixture, so tank 2 has to wait it's turn. Maybe tonight, most likely tomorrow. Once they're both primed, I'll start the bodywork on both. Whichever comes ready first will get the fixture and color first.
"Twinsies" once again...
Looking good Jim, as always.
