My 51 M38s NOS fuel shut off valve is leaking fuel from the top of the valve. I know at one time there was a rebuild kit for them that included new graphite washers, and the valve itself has become scarce in new condition...
Now what? I suppose I can put some straight tubing there in the mean time to eliminate the leak.
Any ideas would be greatly appreciated.
What to do about a leaking fuel shut off valve
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I would substitute a modern brass ball valve.
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45 MB, 51 M38, 54 M37, 66 M101A1, 60 CJ5, 76 DJ5D, 47Bantam T3-C & 5? M100
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ih8pepl
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I pulled the valve apart, removed the additional brass fittings. Everything looked fine. Reassembled everything and tightened up the valve nut 1/8th of a turn past tight and so far no leaks. I was shutting the valve everytime I parked the M38 for any length of time... I might just stop playing with it.
Kaiser Willys may have a lead on more NOS fuel shut offs this summer - so I might buy a few extras then.
Kaiser Willys may have a lead on more NOS fuel shut offs this summer - so I might buy a few extras then.