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what petcock/fuel cock are compatible w '79 gs850g ?

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    what petcock/fuel cock are compatible w '79 gs850g ?

    Hi everyone

    My new to me 1979 gs850g has what may be the original petcock.

    I did notice that one of the previous owners placed what looks to be a machine bolt inside a vacuum hose to work like a "plug" to seal it off. (I have not tried to remove the tank yet to see what the hose leads to).

    Since the list of "10 biggest mistakes" for new owners lists not replacing the fuel cock/petcock (and for all I know the bolt is there to maybe deal with a leak) I am trying to find a cheap replacement for the petcock.

    I have read that the rebuild kits do not fix everything and replacement is usually recommended from what I read.

    I see the OEM part from the dealership is over $100.00

    What years (and makes/models) would be compatible with the vacuum operated type fuel cock for my 1979 gs850g ?

    I'm looking to keep this bike cheap,any help appreciated.

    Thanks.

    Sean

    #2
    Steve found this stuff last week.... does your petcock still have forward facing outlets? or did PO get creative?

    1981 gs650L

    "We are all born ignorant, but you have to work hard to stay stupid" Ben Franklin

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