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Aftermarket gas cap

Discussion in 'XJ Modifications' started by kwes, Jan 3, 2015.

  1. kwes

    kwes Member

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    I have an 83 Midnight Maxim 750 current gas cap isn't sealing properly. Any ideas on where to find an aftermarket one? I know i can get an original one but I'm in the mood to splurge (lol) and find a cool custom one. any ideas I have seen some nice ones on here just not sure about the mechanics involved when replacing the stock. (if it needs to be vented, if a universal screw on one will suffice etc) thanks in advance.
     
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    my aftermarket cap won't seal and I'm annoyed with trying to get one that works. Found the factory one on ebay for 20 that's the route I'm going
     
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    hmm i wonder if i can trouble shoot whats wrong with my orginal then.
     
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    k-moe Pie, Bacon, Bourbon. Moderator Premium Member

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    You can. It will need to be disassembled, cleaned, lubricated, and fitted with a new gasket. Be careful to not lose the small spring and check ball that lives inside the vent.
     
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    hogfiddles XJ-Wizard, Host-Central NY Carb Clinic Moderator Premium Member

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    They're easy to do.

    Dave
     
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    chacal Moderator Moderator Supporting Vendor Premium Member

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    http://www.xj4ever.com/gas cap.pdf

    BTW, we do have the original style gold-plated gas caps available for the Midnight bikes.

    P.S. the $20 caps on eBay are not "originals", and you will encounter the same problems (among others) that Josh Phillips has........
     
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    you guys are great! time to sign up for some more overtime to cover this growing parts list of mine. lol
     
    kwes, Jan 4, 2015
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    Going custom has its merits; however staying stock will give you less headaches.

    I strongly recommend that you acquire parts from XJ4Ever (Chacal) who posted just above yours.

    His reputation here is solid! :cool:
     
    Stumplifter, Jan 5, 2015
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    How much is the factory cap from you? Midnight or not.
     
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