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Post by jclark on Jun 19, 2019 7:58:57 GMT -5
The fuel cap on my XL-12 (1973) has an aluminum tube thats pressed fit into the cap with a barbed end to hold a duck bill check valve. I ordered 3 duck bill valves from Leon part #69451 (1 for the gas cap, 1 for the oil cap & 1 extra). Looks like part #69451 is the duck bill for the cap with the brass filter and duck bill in the cap not the aluminum tube. Does anyone have the part number for the duck bill on the end of the aluminum tube. Doesn't appear this duck bill will fit the oil cap either.   |
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Post by jerseyhighlander on Jun 19, 2019 11:24:10 GMT -5
I think the duckbill goes inside the other end of that aluminum tube, with that same end pressed back into the cap and you can't see the duckbill at all when it's assembled.
I'm not sure though as I've never had one of that type before. At least something to look into till somebody else chimes in.
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Post by 5terrysupersaws on Jun 19, 2019 13:55:22 GMT -5
The fuel cap on my XL-12 (1973) has an aluminum tube thats pressed fit into the cap with a barbed end to hold a duck bill check valve. I ordered 3 duck bill valves from Leon part #69451 (1 for the gas cap, 1 for the oil cap & 1 extra). Looks like part #69451 is the duck bill for the cap with the brass filter and duck bill in the cap not the aluminum tube. Does anyone have the part number for the duck bill on the end of the aluminum tube. Doesn't appear this duck bill will fit the oil cap either. It's the correct Duckbill check valve, it goes in the other end of the tube than is currently pictured. Then that end is pressed into the cap, same arrangement for the oil cap. |
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Post by jclark on Jun 19, 2019 14:06:13 GMT -5
Thanks 5terrysupersaws. The barbed end is too small for the cap, while the opposite end fits snug. I assumed the barbs played a roll in holding the valve in place.
Thanks again for your input
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Post by 5terrysupersaws on Jun 19, 2019 14:27:55 GMT -5
Thanks 5terrysupersaws. The barbed end is too small for the cap, while the opposite end fits snug. I assumed the barbs played a roll in holding the valve in place. Thanks again for your input You're welcome. IF the barbed end is too loose, use the other end, just make sure the tube is fully seated and can't fall out. |
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Post by jclark on Jun 19, 2019 14:39:26 GMT -5
Will do. I'm so glad I stumbled on this forum. You guys are a wealth of information.
Thanks for sharing
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Post by jclark on Jun 20, 2019 7:43:24 GMT -5
All is well with my gas cap/deck bill. Assembled things like 5terrysupersaws suggested. Put my MityVac on it, obviously didn't hold vacuum but held pressure for as long as I wanted. The design defied MY logic. Every process in manufacturing cost time and money, couldn't figure out why they put barbs on the end of the aluminum tube if they don't serve a purpose.Everythig seems to work though.
Thanks again for everyones help
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Post by westcoastthumpin on Jun 21, 2019 11:29:17 GMT -5
I would bet the part was originally designed for something else and is used for multiple applications to save costs.
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Post by jclark on Jun 21, 2019 11:48:44 GMT -5
Westcoastthumpin, you're probablt right. It's cheaper to use an existing design than start from scratch
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Post by 2broke2ride on Aug 6, 2019 10:29:05 GMT -5
I have at least 2 that are missing the aluminum piece all together. Does anyone have a work around or a substitute part?
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Post by edju1958 on Aug 6, 2019 10:59:01 GMT -5
Kevin,there are multiple sources here for you to get that aluminum tube.You can try Leon's store & also chainsawlady (Joyce).If neither of them has the tube,PM me & I'll get you back in business. Ed
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Post by jerseyhighlander on Aug 6, 2019 15:25:15 GMT -5
I have at least 2 that are missing the aluminum piece all together. Does anyone have a work around or a substitute part? The aluminum piece typically falls off into the tank. Turn er upside down and give it a shake. |
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