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914World.com _ 914World Garage _ Fuel Tank leaking

Posted by: adidas Jun 27 2021, 11:44 AM

914 fuel tank is leaking at one of the threaded spigots on the bottom of the tank. The threads are stripped. Can't repair them with a thread file. I've posted a picture. It is the fuel return port that doesn't have to be used as this 914 has carbs. Anyone know of an option to plug or seal off this port?

Posted by: bdstone914 Jun 27 2021, 12:00 PM

Use a 1/4 NPT tap inside of the threaded nipple install a pipe plug. No drilling needed.

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Posted by: Shivers Jun 27 2021, 01:16 PM

That is probably your best bet. Make sure to use a fuel proof sealant on the plug. JB Weld makes this:

https://www.amazon.com/J-B-Weld-8217-TankWeld-Repair/dp/B00R2CDUWE/ref=asc_df_B00R2CDUWE/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=312134375915&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=9715793265331206160&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9031389&hvtargid=pla-491487081053&psc=1