Triumph Thunderbird Sport - Fuel Tap

Discussion in 'Technical Help' started by curlywurly, Mar 9, 2021.

  1. curlywurly

    curlywurly Member

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    Hi.

    I have a 1998 Thunderbird Sport which I've owned for about 10 years, but for the last couple of years I haven't found time to ride, but now that has changed! :)

    One problem I have is that the fuel tap/petcock leaks from the tap lever part, it doesn't seem to be from the joint to the tank - where can I get a replacement from in the USA?

    I have looked at Pingel, but all the different part numbers and type got confusing, any help there would be appreciated.

    I also remember reading some place that Yamaha model may work as well, but can't remember the the model number.
     
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  2. Erling

    Erling Elite Member

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  3. joe mc donald

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    Do show us a picture. I think I may have a spare tap in my garage somewhere and if it looks the same i will drop it in the post to you.
    Joe.
     
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  4. curlywurly

    curlywurly Member

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    Couple of pics.

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    tbs-fuletap2.jpg
     
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  5. sprintdave

    sprintdave Nurse,he's out of bed again

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    I see its the same part number for early carbed Bonnie's and Thruxton too .
    I know you're in the USA bit I looked on fowlers UK site to check but its on back order anyway.
     
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  6. joe mc donald

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    Yes I got a tap just checked it to your pictures. Use the private message and let me have your address and I will post it to you.
    Joe.
     
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  7. curlywurly

    curlywurly Member

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    Thanks Joe, I've pm'd you, or "Started a conversation" as they call here I believe.

    I really appreciate this, if I can return a favour in some way let me know.

    I did read that you can sometimes repair a leaking fuel tap by taking it apart and use a piece of rubber inner tube to make a new seal.
     
  8. curlywurly

    curlywurly Member

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    I was looking through my notes, and found this note I made.

    Suzuki RGV250, outlet might have to be re-orientated, Kawasaki Zephy 750/GT750 should fit as well.
     
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