quick connect fuel line oRing ?
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quick connect fuel line oRing ?
I was reinstalling my tank and had a time trying to get a good seat . Gas dribbled out a lot each time I tried to connect it . I got what seemed like a connect , the fitting clicked .
Is it possible something fell out on disconnect ??
I even went to HD dealer to see if maybe I had lost an oRing . The parts book does not show a separate oRing ?
I tried one more time after my wasted trip to HD since no one had any clue other than sell me ( I mean back order ) a new fuel line for $150 and or a tank fitting for $50.
Well after all that I tried one more time with the tank upside down wedged between me & the bike & connected it . I don't see any fuel leaking now ( fingers crossed) .
got a nice scratch on the newly painted tank out of this aggravating reassembly , grrrrr.
any way the tank & fenders look real nice ( pics tomorrow hopefully) . reassemble of the newly powder coated forward controls was a tight fit , but the flat black instead of deteriorating chrome is the bomb
Is it possible something fell out on disconnect ??
I even went to HD dealer to see if maybe I had lost an oRing . The parts book does not show a separate oRing ?
I tried one more time after my wasted trip to HD since no one had any clue other than sell me ( I mean back order ) a new fuel line for $150 and or a tank fitting for $50.
Well after all that I tried one more time with the tank upside down wedged between me & the bike & connected it . I don't see any fuel leaking now ( fingers crossed) .
got a nice scratch on the newly painted tank out of this aggravating reassembly , grrrrr.
any way the tank & fenders look real nice ( pics tomorrow hopefully) . reassemble of the newly powder coated forward controls was a tight fit , but the flat black instead of deteriorating chrome is the bomb
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You need HD P/N 75309-07 Fuel Valve. Your o-ring is most likely damaged and the o-rings are not replaceable. I bought one online from a shop up in the NE part of the county, they had it in stock & was 10% off list price.
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Fuel valve ?
is this the part with the quick release that attaches to fuel tank/pump assembly ? special tools needed for instal ?
I copied & pasted that part number to HD site & got nothing ?
but that's been my experience in the past
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There are no special tools required and you willl need to take your pump assy back out to do it, once you take the Fuel Valve(quick release coupling) off it will make the pump inside be loose. That number is on the bag the new part came in, I just did this less than a month ago. Here is where I ordered mine, item 12 is the coupling.
http://partsfinder.onlinemicrofiche....-PUMP-ASSEMBLY
http://partsfinder.onlinemicrofiche....-PUMP-ASSEMBLY
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There are no special tools required and you willl need to take your pump assy back out to do it, once you take the Fuel Valve(quick release coupling) off it will make the pump inside be loose. That number is on the bag the new part came in, I just did this less than a month ago. Here is where I ordered mine, item 12 is the coupling.
http://partsfinder.onlinemicrofiche....-PUMP-ASSEMBLY
http://partsfinder.onlinemicrofiche....-PUMP-ASSEMBLY
Thanks Grancuda ! I'll hit the HD place on way way home from work . they do have that part thankfully .
better safe than sorry with a fuel coupling
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fixed
coupling replaced , no leaky !
not sure how this went bad , but I replaced it for peace of mind . Naturally after 6 tries & first trip to HD it stopped leaking , but for $50 ( half the usual "HD" ) I couldn't let it go . There is something unsettling about gas dripping on a hot engine just below me .
in case someone is wondering whats involved to change out this part ?
It is relatively easy to get out , just messy . Pump out as much gas as you can from the right side of tank so you don't disturb the pump a$$y . Remove the tank & lay on something soft . The torx nuts holding the pump assy are in there tight ! Once the fuel pump is removed from the tank , lay the pump assy on a shop rag because you will get some gas spillage once you back out the the coupling from the base of the pump .There's a large nut above the quick connect slide . I used a crescent (gasp) wrench to get at it. Once that is completely loose the white cylinder looking gizmo (reservoir) will let out a bit of gas when you separate the 2 . Just elevate the reservoir slightly so you don't dump all the gas out on the floor. imho having some gas remain helps the motor to maintain pressure & suction on power up . The coupler is still attached to the base of pump assy with a 1/2 " oring . squeeze the oring and remove it from the threaded shaft . The new coupler comes with orings already installed , so you will have to "gently" remove the new oring to slip the coupler on the base & reinstall it. I reused the base gasket of pump assy . It is more than just a gasket it's quite thick and durable .
anyway hope this helps someone down the road when they do a search as I have found a wealth of info on hear in the past .
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not sure how this went bad , but I replaced it for peace of mind . Naturally after 6 tries & first trip to HD it stopped leaking , but for $50 ( half the usual "HD" ) I couldn't let it go . There is something unsettling about gas dripping on a hot engine just below me .
in case someone is wondering whats involved to change out this part ?
It is relatively easy to get out , just messy . Pump out as much gas as you can from the right side of tank so you don't disturb the pump a$$y . Remove the tank & lay on something soft . The torx nuts holding the pump assy are in there tight ! Once the fuel pump is removed from the tank , lay the pump assy on a shop rag because you will get some gas spillage once you back out the the coupling from the base of the pump .There's a large nut above the quick connect slide . I used a crescent (gasp) wrench to get at it. Once that is completely loose the white cylinder looking gizmo (reservoir) will let out a bit of gas when you separate the 2 . Just elevate the reservoir slightly so you don't dump all the gas out on the floor. imho having some gas remain helps the motor to maintain pressure & suction on power up . The coupler is still attached to the base of pump assy with a 1/2 " oring . squeeze the oring and remove it from the threaded shaft . The new coupler comes with orings already installed , so you will have to "gently" remove the new oring to slip the coupler on the base & reinstall it. I reused the base gasket of pump assy . It is more than just a gasket it's quite thick and durable .
anyway hope this helps someone down the road when they do a search as I have found a wealth of info on hear in the past .
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Fuel Leak - Similar Issue
I started noticing a strong gas odor in the garage after riding, so I traced the fuel line up to the petcock/ fuel valve below the tank and felt some residual gas. I unplugged the fuel line to inspect it and make sure there wasn't any debris up there blocking gas uptake. Now I can't get the fuel line to seat back in the quick release without gas pouring out. I tried multiple times with no luck, so (back) ordered the $60 fuel valve which arrived this week.
Do you know if it is it possible to change out the fuel valve without removing the entire tank? It seems like you could just drain the tank, unscrew the valve and replace it with the tank still attached on the bike?
I plan to start a coil/ key relocation w/ tank lift project this weekend, so it may be just as easy to remove it all while doing the work. Just wanted to get some feedback to see if this was an option in case I don't get around to the relo stuff. Thanks!
Do you know if it is it possible to change out the fuel valve without removing the entire tank? It seems like you could just drain the tank, unscrew the valve and replace it with the tank still attached on the bike?
I plan to start a coil/ key relocation w/ tank lift project this weekend, so it may be just as easy to remove it all while doing the work. Just wanted to get some feedback to see if this was an option in case I don't get around to the relo stuff. Thanks!
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I know this is an old thread but, I just happen to have this exact issue yesterday. You can replace the O-Ring. You just need the size and to remove the tank so you can put in place properly. The O-Ring needed or at least the one I used to replace it was 1/16 X 7/16. Gas has not leaked over night and it fit properly.
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They are hard to find so its best to get an assortment kit. Make sure that the kit is the fuel/chemical resistant type. I picked up one of those assortment kits at Harbor Freight. I have the 205 piece variety kit that are green in color.