Vacuum petcock diaphragm leaking
Intermediate
Joined: Feb 2013
Posts: 27
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From: Aurora, Il
Shoot, you should be able to get a rebuild kit from J&P also
Yes, Pingel's are pretty and work well but if you don't have the cash to drop on getting one, the cheap one will work just fine.
I've used Pingel's in the past so I'm well aware of their quality.
Yes, Pingel's are pretty and work well but if you don't have the cash to drop on getting one, the cheap one will work just fine.
I've used Pingel's in the past so I'm well aware of their quality.
Road Master
Joined: Apr 2009
Posts: 1,123
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From: NJ
Either buy another OEM petcock or get a pingle. Trust me, I am as cheap as they come, the cheap ones do not work for long with todays fuels. Spend the 80 bucks, move on with your life and be safe..
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Joined: Mar 2010
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From: Honah Lee
Gee, change the oil... 4qts..no big deal. But I doubt it got into the engine. It has a drain tube vent I think in carb but guess it depends on how much your stand leans over. The vacuum petcock lasted 17 years...Get another Harley one so you do not need to remember to shut it off much less turn it on (guarantee you'll forget both ways) plus it is a lot safer. However,you still should make an effort to turn it off and on as a backup.
Last edited by Jackie Paper; Aug 8, 2013 at 09:33 PM.
Tourer
Joined: Jan 2012
Posts: 259
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From: Kingston, Ontario
I think JP Cycle has them on sale now for around 12 buck, worth looking. Or just loose the vacuum feature as mentioned. I personally hate the vacuum petcock it's a real pita if you breakdown and have to remove the tank and I am used to shutting it off anyways.
Road Master
Joined: Nov 2012
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From: Alvin TX
when My 94 's went out I just order from drag specials about $26 bucks here in three days that was two years ago , so had money for gas & a few beers ,& also turn it off & on a non vac will leak through & /can get into crank case , so just change your oil & filter & ride into the sunset 
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Road Warrior
Joined: Jul 2013
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From: Florida
My dealer said they had a "aftermarket" non vac for $22, and vacuum style for $35. I just ordered the JP mech one ($19) for now, might get a pingel down the road if I mod the motor up. FYI, I disassembled the stocker, flipped some parts around, and got it to work w/ no leaks. I wouldn't leave it that way but it can be done in a pinch.