GS1100L Petcock Question

[Anonymous]

On my vacuum-accuated petcock, there is not a valve lever to turn the flow on or off. However, where the lever normally would be there is a small recessed plastic screw that can be turned with a small flathead screwdriver. I also notice the word "prime" stamped near this screw, with an indicator mark that appears to indicate the capability to open the valve. I have played with this screw and tried to figure out what it does, but it doesn't seem to do anything, even when I apply vacuum to the petcock. Anybody have a clue what this thing does? I keep the slot of the screw in the horizontal position just in case it actually does something because that was the original position it was in before I started playing with it.

signed,

Curious in Oregon

[SqDancerLynn1]

the lever has been replaced by the screw It still has both a prime and run position disconnet the fuel hose, no fuel should come out if it is in the run position. applying vacuum to the valve should allow the fuel to flow if it is in the run position. turn the screw to prime and fuel should flow without vacuum being applied

[Anonymous]

That is what I thought should happen. However, I don't get any fuel when I put it on Prime unless I apply vacuum. Maybe it is time to replace this one. :?

[TheNose]

If you need to rebuild the petcock, email this guy and ask about a kit. He has them for my '77GS750 as well as carb kits. He's cheaper than anyone else I have found so far.

Terry

[TheNose]

If you need to rebuild the petcock, email this guy and ask about a kit. He has them for my '77GS750 as well as carb kits. He's cheaper than anyone else I have found so far.
Sirius Consolidated Inc siriusconinc@sprint.ca

Terry