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Inside tank fuel filter

Discussion in 'XJ Technical Chat' started by wkxj, Jun 8, 2016.

  1. wkxj

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    Any ideas on getting a loose filter to stay in place?
    Or should I try and find a new one?
     

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    It should be a push/friction fit. If the screen is good then a little epoxy will hold it in place. My XJ11 still has a glued one in place after 5 years.
    Use just a little on the outer edge applied with a toothpick. Let it cure before reinstalling.
     
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    I might think a couple of wraps of Teflon tape might work....just make sure you don't block anything
     
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    I think the teflon tape will become a mess in gas
     
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    Okay I'm trying some JB Marine. It's supposed to be petroleum resistant.
    I'm not sure if Teflon tape is fuel resistant, but I think it is.
    If the round tube was a little longer using the tape would be a easy fix.
     

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    k-moe Pie, Bacon, Bourbon. Moderator Premium Member

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    Use a center-punch at an angle to dimple the hole for the screen. The raised parts at the dimple's edge will hold the new screen.

    The replacement screens often have to be filed down a bit to fit snugly.
     
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    Yea a new screen would be nice. I found one Yamaha screen and I think it was around $18.00 plus shipping
     
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    That's a good price. Genuine Yamaha screens for our bikes typically run $23 or $24.
     
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    Buy a new one. Like k-moe says, you'll have to file it down. Do it a little bit at a time till you get the fit you're looking for. No extra bonding agents necessary...
     
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    His fix will work, though it is a one-time deal. If that screen ever needs to be removed it will not be an easy job.
     
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    True but the only reason to remove it would be if it was damaged. Then just replace it. A little heat from a heat gun will soften the plastic and glue . the remains will easily come off with an xacto knife. Its a temporary solution that will last for quite a few years.
     
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    I was under the impression I needed to put the JB on the filter and let it set up before installing.
    That's what I did but I'll have to wait until this afternoon to see if it will work. Sets in 24 hrs.
    If it does work I can pull it out when I need to
     
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    Okay Recap and last pic.
    cleaned where I was going to use the JB with carb cleaner
    put a thin layer of JB around the base in both places
    let set for 17 hrs. and sanded with 220 until fitment
    fits pretty snug now.
    I'll probably wait at least until tomorrow before putting fuel in tank.
    I might go ahead and order a new one to have on hand.
    Thanks for the help and suggestions
     

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    k-moe Pie, Bacon, Bourbon. Moderator Premium Member

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    Oh. You smart. Me like.
     
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    JB weld is wonderful stuff . It will fix most anything.
    Used it to fix the gasket flange on a radiator cap for one of my antique cars. Its still there after 4 years. New ones are not available so I just had to fix the old one.
     
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