petcock hose fell out 1979 GS1000L

[Guest]

So I am riding home on my newly acquired 1979 GS1000L, 65mph down the highway when suddenly my left leg is bathed in gasoline! Safely braking to the shoulder, I discover the petcock appears to be broken. The lower knurled right angled piece to which the hose is attached going I assume to the carburetors has popped out of the petcock body! I slip it back in and nervously complete the trip home without this reoccurring.
I do now have a small leak from this, and am concerned the petcock has failed; while this appears to be a piece that may be designed to slide in and out, that seems to make no sense as there's nothing to hold it in place. So... i appear to be in need of a replacement.
An hour or so of cruising the forums, following links, and utilizing the magic of google, shows me ZERO aftermarket (pingel, z1, etc) specifically matched to this bike. (ok, 1, at $300)
Any wisdom, instruction, guidance?
THANKS
Rick

[bccap]

Part 15 and 16. Don't forget the o ring.

http://www.boulevardsuzuki.com/fiche_section_detail.asp?section=95497&category=Motorcycles&make=SUZUKI&year=1979&fveh=2147

[Nessism]

Part 15 and 16. Don't forget the o ring.

http://www.boulevardsuzuki.com/fiche...1979&fveh=2147

Done and done! Don't monkey with gasoline inches from your crotch.

[RickW]

Very cool; thank you!

[sedelen]

I would also get the two self sealing washers for the bolts that hold the petcock to the tank, number 18. Even if you don't need them, it's good to have a spare set.

[7981GS]

I would also get the two self sealing washers for the bolts that hold the petcock to the tank, number 18. Even if you don't need them, it's good to have a spare set.

Ditto.
If a new petcock is going to leak, that is the place.
(Often over-looked special washer/gasket.)


Daniel

[sedelen]

Ditto.
If a new petcock is going to leak, that is the place.
(Often over-looked special washer/gasket.)


Daniel

Actually I think he lucked out. $75 and change for a new OEM petcock for the '79 GS1000 L model, $254 and change for the '78-'79 GS1000C and E models.

[RickW]

petcock mounting bolt seals

I would also get the two self sealing washers for the bolts that hold the petcock to the tank, number 18. Even if you don't need them, it's good to have a spare set.

Yeah; despite my relative lack of mechanical aptitude i tend to be pretty good about making sure that I have things sealed well. thanks for the advice on the bolt seals.

Rick

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[bccap]

Actually I think he lucked out. $75 and change for a new OEM petcock for the '79 GS1000 L model, $254 and change for the '78-'79 GS1000C and E models.

I don't get it. Why a 300% difference in price ?

[RickW]

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Rick

[sedelen]

I don't get it. Why a 300% difference in price ?

I don't either, I don't set the prices, but that's what we're dealing with.
The only difference I can see is the location of the fuel hoses.

[sschering]

79 L petcock is an odd duck.. no prime position, takes a different kit.
I have no clue why the L got a different unit.