| Author | Message | ||
     Pons |
Yes, it was stupid.. I plumbed a Aux pump tank to the fuel pump drain plug.  I didn't realize it but the fitting was bottoming out on the swingarm. I rode it the other day and noticed the fuel leak. Took the fitting out and I've stripped the thread on the pump. I don't know if hitting the swingarm did it or if tightening it up to stop leak did it. Anyway it's done;( Do you think it would be wise to try and use a self tapping fitting or take the fuel pump out and re-thread one size bigger or......... I need some advice . I have basic wrenching skills so wanna fix this myself. | ||
| Hughlysses |
I'd pull it and go one size bigger on the threads. Obviously you need a more compact 90 degree fitting there to clear the swingarm as well. | ||
| Pons |
Thanks, Do I just jack up the bike, disconnect the rear shock and drop the swingarm to get it out??????? | ||
| Ourdee |
I want to see pics of the tank. | ||
| Pons |
 It's a 3.5 gallon Tour Tank and first few runs on the Interstate I got 290 miles per tank including whats in the frame. | ||
| Froggy |
I get nearly that with just the frame. I can probably do NY to WI in a single shot with that keg! | ||
| Ourdee |
That would put me into Indianapolis non-stop. I just don't want to give up the top case. The keg looks nice in black. I could mount it on the triple tail over the seat. | ||
| Pons |
I re-tapped the fuel pump drain hole. The drill caught part of the fuel pump tea bag looking filter. Anybody know if this is gonna be a big problem???? I swear this has turned into a big project  It's just a little fiber showing thru the drain hole. The bag is completely intact except for one little part. | ||
| Froggy |
It is just a filter, you can grab one at your local auto parts store. | ||
| Pons |
How do you put it on??? I ordered a service manual will be here this week. | ||
| Pons |
Anyone know if you can replace the sock filter in the fuel pump and how? | ||
| Pons |
Figure it out. Got sock filters at Harley. Bought three. | ||
| Hughlysses |
Good deal. Did you find a 90 degree fitting that'll fit in the space without the swingarm hitting it? | ||
| Pons |
Hey, yup I retapped with a 1/4" and put in a pipe fitting. I have a few pics of my strainer I destroyed. Wish I knew it came out before drilling........LOL Live and learn.   | ||
| No_rice |
i used that spot to plumb up the fuel for my n2o... (Message edited by no_rice on September 08, 2011) | ||
| Rays |
Hey Pons, while you have that '08 pump out can you take note of the part numbers stamped on the fuel pump body please? | ||
| Pons |
Rays, I sent you an email from home this morning. If you didn't recieve it let me know and I'll post it here when I get home |
