Fuel Shut-Off Rod

[JSB55]

Cotten, https://flatlandmotorcyclecompany.co...45-models.html is where I saw the rod with Viton tip. I don't see any info on where it's made, though.

[T. Cotten]

I take it that's an endorsement of the Viton tip, Cotten. ....

Uh, no,.. John!

I am not aware of any viton petcock tips on the market, and no plastic or rubber is going to survive like the original metal anyway.

(I suspect it was probably Monel.)

I did produce viton seals for the top of the assembly,..
Petcockseals.jpg



....Cotten
PS: You know the Factory straightening tool is a joke if you have to hit with a hammer!

I align them visually.
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[JSB55]

I take it that's an endorsement of the Viton tip, Cotten. I'm not so well equipped as to have a lathe, or know how to use one with any skill.

[T. Cotten]

When I outfitted the very first PEEK tip two decades ago, John,..

I knew it would be my last!

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Instead of destroying the original, it is just too simple to set the lathe toolpost at 45°, and dress it of its wear.

...Cotten
PS: I've plenty of PEEK scrap for sale!

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[JSB55]

My fuel rod is hard to tighten or loosen, and I don't think it completely shuts off the fuel flow. Obviously, the first step is to take it apart, clean it, and check the alignment of the tank openings with the special tool, which I actually have. Any tips on refurbishing the rod and/or seat? I have no idea if these things routinely fail, or are generally bullet proof.

If it's bent or badly worn, anybody have experience with the fuel rods with Viton tip as compared to an aftermarket knockoff of the original steel? Palmer makes vague reference to fabricating a new tip out of Peek, but doesn't go any further.

Thanks for any info!