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Petcock size on new tank?

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McCabe-Thiele (Ted):

--- Quote from: stevush on April 08, 2021, 08:08:13 AM ---I've already fitted the filler cap no problem but those lugs for the rubber are definitely the problem.  I've removed the rubber mounts completely and it still wont go over the spine of the frame.  DS is aware of my problem and they've said they'll get back to me today so lets ee where we go.

Thanks
Steve

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That is a nightmare as I had DS "New Tank Option"  in mind if I ever needed a new tank I am aware of the earlier tanks not fitting the standard rubbers without adjustment but if yours will not fit without the rubbers in place that sounds miles out not to mention clearing the coils etc.

stevush:
DS have got back to me quite quickly. Apparently they have a similar tank and a frame in stock and they said it was tight... but they managed to fit it. They didn't say if the coils etc were in place, I doubt they were. They've offered a refund but that leaves me back at square one!
I think I'm going to grind a little from the lugs to get it to fit but obviously taking the grinder to a new tank is not ideal. I haven't had it painted yet so not the end of the world.

On the petcock..
There are lots of universal 14mm petcocks on ebay that fit Honda bikes from as little as £12, is the genuine article (16950KCPJ01) very different?

Thanks
Steve

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