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VN 750: Petcocks

1985 - 1988 (?) Petcocks = Res - On - Prime
1988 - 2006 Petcocks = Res - On - Off

Are the Petcock rebuild kits different, ....does it matter upon ordering ?

Also, will a "Diaphram" (only) repair most Petcocks, or should one order the entire rebuild kit ?
Any info will be much appreciated.
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Rebuild kits will work the same on both petcocks... the difference is in the petcock itself and the parts on the rebuild kit fit the same way.

The second question: well, it depends on what is wrong with it. If it's leaking, it could be any of the o-rings or the diaphragm itself.
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Rebuild kits will work the same on both petcocks... the difference is in the petcock itself and the parts on the rebuild kit fit the same way.

The second question: well, it depends on what is wrong with it. If it's leaking, it could be any of the o-rings or the diaphragm itself.

Yeah, leaking, I better buy the complete kit.... $35.00 !!!!!!! (+ $3.00 shipping) (ebay)

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Just stroke the petcock for a bit, it will fix itself.

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Just stroke the petcock for a bit, it will fix itself.

I don't think it will fix its self. In fact, if you stroke it I bet it will leak more! Lol


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i don't think it will fix its self. In fact, if you stroke it i bet it will leak more! Lol
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Where is it leaking from or can you tell? I have a whole kit that came out of mine that I had rebuilt (actually there was nothing wrong with mine). It is used but you are welcome to try it first if you want, let me know!
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Where is it leaking from or can you tell? I have a whole kit that came out of mine that I had rebuilt (actually there was nothing wrong with mine). It is used but you are welcome to try it first if you want, let me know!
sure ! Love to !
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Yea, still have it, will get it out today!
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Yea, still have it, will get it out today!
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