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Old Oct 30, 2009 | 07:45 PM
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so i recently bought a new petcock to replace the stock. stock had a downward spigot out the bottom. my new v-twin high flow petcock has a backside downward spigot and the fuel line rests on the engine. so i was just wondering if that would damage or melt the fuel line. its a 5/16 inner dia line since the new petcock has a 3/8 spigot on it.
 
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Old Oct 30, 2009 | 08:43 PM
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If the heat does not get to them,the vibration will IMO.I think it would be a good idea to re route them or use another petcock.
 
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Old Oct 30, 2009 | 11:06 PM
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i ended up rotating it for now so theres about 3/4" of room between the line and the motor now. only problem now is i have a dead battery and no charger. its a never ending battle....
 
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Old Oct 31, 2009 | 08:03 AM
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Be aware of those "Tiawan Tedd" pieces/parts.
We like to stay with either Pingel, of the Golan units when replacing those on clients bikes.
MUCH high quality, rebuildable, and the flow rates are off the chart as well.
Scott
 
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Its PINGEL for me, great reputation with NO ISSUES!!!
 
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Old Nov 2, 2009 | 08:27 AM
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