New Tank
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New Tank
I'm currently in the process of painting a new tank. After the paint job when I reinstall the peacock do I need to do anything to seal it to the tank to prevent leaking or will it be enough to just torque down the screws properly? Anything else I should know in general about this project? Thanks
- WintrSol
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Re: New Tank
First, the tank should be painted with a hardening two-part paint, or coated with that type clear coat, to prevent fuel spills damaging it.
Second, I would consider fuel-rated sealant; I believe yellow Teflon thread tape is fuel rated.
Second, I would consider fuel-rated sealant; I believe yellow Teflon thread tape is fuel rated.
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- Herb
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Re: New Tank
The fuel cock assembly has an o-ring seal that is meant to seal it and is all it should need.
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I chose to look up my bike's year but they all should be the same.
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- WintrSol
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Re: New Tank
Guess I was thinking of a different type petcock. Herb is right, just make sure the surface is clean, flat and smooth.
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Re: New Tank
I just saw this and thought it may be a good idea.
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