Dripping Petcock

[Mrburnn]

Good morning everyone,
After 1-1/2 years I am almost ready to take a test ride on my '67 CL77. I appreciate all the help in the past but now seem to have one remaining issue. After cleaning the petcock I have a constant drip (one drip per second) coming from either one of the nipples when the valve is in the off position. I have replaced the valve packing (rubber washer) and the valve lever spring (metal compression washer). Does anyone have an opinion as to what might be the problem?

I tried to upload some pictures but can't seem to get the site to accept them.

Thanks for you time!
MrBurnn

[casamere]

A few of us are having the picture problem as it used to be but the owner of the forum doesn't seem bothered.
All I can suggest is you try another gasket set as some are poorer quality it happened to me.

[Mrburnn]

Thank you for your reply! I guess that's all I can do. I just hate spending money on parts when I am not sure they will fix my problem. Any recommendation on a reliable site to purchase the gasket?

Thanks again!
MrBurnn

[G3]

I fought the same trouble for a while. Ended up buying a more complete kit from Scrambler Cycle on eBay for like $12 + shipping. Fixed my issue.

[casamere]

This one fixed mine 232037865180 e bay.
I assume your petcock is in good condition as when I was bying a replacement I was sold a terrible example from e bay. They made sure they didn't photograph the broken area.
Note the small washers that go on the screws that could be the problem.

[Mrburnn]

Interesting comment concerning the two attachment (to the tank) screws. I can't find a parts list that shows the screws let alone the rubber washers. I did not use rubber washers when I attached the petcock to the tank. Would gas leaking around the screws somehow bypass the on / off lever seal?

MrBurnn

[casamere]

Yes quite easily past the threads to where the lever is or the bowl if it isn't seated properly.
See pics on google.