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XJ750J Maxim ... does petcock have a spring?

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    bs199 New Member

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    I ordered kit to repair leaking petcock on 1982 xj750 Maxim. Old diaphragm is definitely shot, have replacement in kit, but there is no spring between diaphragm and cover when I dissassembled old petcock. I can't find a diagram of petcock assembly ... expected a spring ... anyone know for sure if I am missing a spring or if unit simply doesn't require a spring? Thanks for you help. b
     
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    Not sure about the 750's, but my 550 does. It was in between the back plate and diaphragm.
     
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    Thanks Gray, can you give me an idea of diameter, length, strength? Any thoughts on household item possible substitute? Appreciate your thoughts. b
     
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    Thank you, thank you, all my questions answered ;}
     
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    And so it is, in the house of Chacal. All hail the mighty parts guru!
    Turning to page 2 in our hymnal, we will end this sermon with the parting sounds of "He doth have the part, and it is good...". In the key of C...
     
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    Amen Brother Robert, wheres the wine and crackers?
     
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