Fuel cock - where to get one?

[alystra]

Hi chaps,

I've been overhauling the boat's fuel system from the plastic IMS tank in the console to the engine. Had to replace the 'adapter plate for remote fittings' because the plastic has degraded around the edge, leaving the perimeter 'scalloped' between the fixing screws and therefore leaking, especially in bumpy water. A replacement is on the way. Why the plate has degraded round the edge, but not in the middle where it's subjected to fuel and fumes, I've no idea.

After reading the thread re. engine fires it occurred to me that I can't turn off the fuel feed to my engine and if the pipe breaks or burns through, fuel will syphon out of the tank with no way to stop it quickly.

I need a tap. Googled 'fuel cock' and 'boat fuel cock', but could only find two way cocks (switch between tanks). I just want an on/off cock that can be fitted in the fuel line as it leaves the tank. Major concern is that it must not drip, as it will be inside the console. I would imagine motorcycle ones will not have enough flow rate, or may leak.

Anyone know where I can find a suitable one?

[Dirk Diggler]

http://www.asap-supplies.com/ Part # 405202

[alystra]

Originally Posted by Dirk Diggler

http://www.asap-supplies.com/ Part # 405202

Spot on Dirk. Many thanks.

[Dirk Diggler]

you'll need a couple of hose tails to go with it.

[alystra]

Originally Posted by Dirk Diggler

you'll need a couple of hose tails to go with it.

Thanks for the reminder. All now ordered. Cheers.

[K&S]

I know you have found one but as an alternative for anyone else interested.
I just ordered one of these haven't seen it in the flesh yet but looks ok -

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Outboard-Engin...d=p4634.c0.m14

[Dirk Diggler]

Originally Posted by K&S

I know you have found one but as an alternative for anyone else interested.
I just ordered one of these haven't seen it in the flesh yet but looks ok -

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Outboard-Engin...d=p4634.c0.m14

Crikey, Lawrence knows how to charge, that's a £2.35 "mini valve", 2 x .65p hose tails and a pair of .40p mounting brackets, all available from Hype Hose or similar!

[jwalker]

Try B&Q

[Dirk Diggler]

Originally Posted by jwalker

Try B&Q

£6.92, the Rabbi will disown you!

[jwalker]

OK, pay more and get a wee fixing plate too B&Q2

[Dirk Diggler]

http://www.aquafax.co.uk/html/produc...s.asp?ID=14353

[K&S]

Originally Posted by Dirk Diggler

Crikey, Lawrence knows how to charge, that's a £2.35 "mini valve", 2 x .65p hose tails and a pair of .40p mounting brackets, all available from Hype Hose or similar!

Obviously your price does sound a lot better but after a quick search on internet i cant find anything similar.
Do you have a link or phone number for a supplier
Many thanks
Kim