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Garryb
Posted on Saturday, May 21, 2016 - 02:22 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

My gas cap on my 99 x1 wont come off, and I have some what stripped it forcing it to turn.

It does still seal tight when closing the latch.

Any solutions?
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Steveford
Posted on Saturday, May 21, 2016 - 04:54 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

There was a seller on eBay, gmaan03, who was making aluminum replacement parts for the caps. You could try writing him.
Failing that, you'd want an early cap that's NOT made in Taiwan.
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Graeme1203
Posted on Saturday, May 21, 2016 - 05:44 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

http://www.newton-equipment.com/aero-400-filler-ca p.html
The aero 400 was the original - nylon replacements are available, an aluminum one (with minor fettling required) from a different cap will also fit.
Be a little bit sensitive with them, they were dumped by Buell when they started buying from the far east.
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Graeme1203
Posted on Saturday, May 21, 2016 - 05:50 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

Sorry, hadn't spotted yours is an X1. Previous post is correct for M2,S1,.....no idea about the X1.
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S1owner
Posted on Saturday, May 21, 2016 - 07:35 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

They are the same and there are two diffrent kits to fix the issue both are menbers hear just google buell gas cap fix
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K12pilot
Posted on Sunday, May 22, 2016 - 08:12 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

Gman's fix is awesome have them on all my tubers!!
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Court
Posted on Sunday, May 22, 2016 - 09:48 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

Is this the one . . . .

http://www.badweatherbikers.com/buell/messages/476 23/716383.html?1373206627
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Harleyelf
Posted on Sunday, May 22, 2016 - 12:42 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

No, Gmann's fix is a complete replacement of the plastic part.
Tuber cap fix

Tuber cap fix underside
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S1owner
Posted on Sunday, May 22, 2016 - 01:13 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

I have the one you linked to and it works awsome.
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Jim2
Posted on Sunday, May 22, 2016 - 01:44 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

I also need a fix for my gas cap. I've PMed Matrim and have not heard back in a couple of weeks. Both were probably a limited run. I wonder if the 3D printer plastic would hold up to the forces and fumes?
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Mtjm2
Posted on Sunday, May 22, 2016 - 03:19 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

I would like to replace mine . Have the the fix kit I got from here but I've got some nicks and finish flaws. So if I get a new one how do I get it keyed to my old one ?
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Mikeyp
Posted on Sunday, May 22, 2016 - 03:38 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

Mine is a little banged up as well.
Is Gmann still making these?

If so how do i get one?
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Johnod
Posted on Sunday, May 22, 2016 - 06:39 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

Just contacted Gmaan, here you go, he just listed these now, I think.

I can vouch for his part too.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/291770913397

(Message edited by johnod on May 22, 2016)
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Garryb
Posted on Sunday, May 22, 2016 - 06:43 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

Thanks!!
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Jim2
Posted on Sunday, May 22, 2016 - 09:24 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

Awesome! I just bought one. Thanks John and Gmann03.

(Message edited by jim2 on May 23, 2016)
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Mikeyp
Posted on Monday, May 23, 2016 - 07:41 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

I freeking hate Ebay.
Can i email him direct?
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S1owner
Posted on Monday, May 23, 2016 - 08:11 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

Yes Pm him from here or just call him at the shop
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Johnod
Posted on Monday, May 23, 2016 - 08:27 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

What shop?
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S1owner
Posted on Monday, May 23, 2016 - 09:16 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

That was my mistake no shop
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K12pilot
Posted on Monday, May 23, 2016 - 09:38 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

Gman's is mo betta!! IMO

I need to buy a couple more after this past winter...



(Message edited by k12pilot on May 23, 2016)
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Jim2
Posted on Thursday, May 26, 2016 - 01:56 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

I received mine today. That was quick. It's a beautiful piece. I'm going to have to install it soon, I hope I can get the gas cap off this time!
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Steveford
Posted on Thursday, May 26, 2016 - 05:05 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

I had to remove the retaining ring to get the cap out of my X1W when mine screwed up.
If you go that route, use a little Hylomar on the rubber gasket and Allen threads.
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Jim2
Posted on Tuesday, May 31, 2016 - 12:44 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

Installed today. Works great! It was a bit iffy getting off the old cap. I must have cursed at it just right. Awesome fix. Don't wait till you can't remove your gas cap.
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Mrred7
Posted on Tuesday, May 31, 2016 - 03:58 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

+1 for gmaan03's permanent fix! $45 shipped. Metal to metal works better than metal to plastic any day! Jim2 is right on, don't wait. I didn't wait and I am glad I didn't. Use the Permatex Gasket Sealant Part No. 85420 which is equivalent to Hylomar on your rubber gasket between the cover and the tank (http://shop.advanceautoparts.com/p/permatex-gasket -sealant-85420/10644257-P?searchTerm=permatex). $9.95 at Advance Auto Parts

(Message edited by mrred7 on May 31, 2016)
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Mrred7
Posted on Friday, June 03, 2016 - 01:40 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

Anyone know where to get a Gas Cap O-Ring P/N:P0156.2A for my X1? Same fitment for S1, S2 and M2. American SportBike and Buell Parts are both retired.
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Jim2
Posted on Friday, June 03, 2016 - 08:00 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

Check with Lance at St. Paul Ebay store.
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Jim00x1
Posted on Saturday, June 04, 2016 - 09:09 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

The local dealer should be able to get one. I got one a couple years ago and it is still listed.
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Kmbuell
Posted on Wednesday, June 08, 2016 - 09:51 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

If you have a tuber or Blast, and are going to keep it past your next fill up, buy Gmans fix.
Just installed two, one in the M2 and one in the Blast.
Perfect fit, easy install. Cant say enough good things about them.
Really cheap insurance, and beats all the frustration of being out of gas with a stuck cap!
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Kmbuell
Posted on Wednesday, June 08, 2016 - 10:05 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

If you have a tuber or Blast, and are going to keep it past your next fill up, buy Gmans fix.
Just installed two, one in the M2 and one in the Blast.
Perfect fit, easy install. Cant say enough good things about them.
Really cheap insurance, and beats all the frustration of being out of gas with a stuck cap!
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Brother_in_buells
Posted on Wednesday, June 22, 2016 - 03:36 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

This part is very nice and fitting perfect!
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