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Kip[NY] 
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 Topic: Leak around D-14 gas gauge
Posted: 23 Nov 2010 at 10:10am |
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Gasoline has decided to leak in tiny amounts from around the gas tank gauge on our '59 D-14 (only when the gas is up to gauge level). Before this relative novice tackles this, what should I be considering and could this be as simple as a gasket? While I'm at it, the float mechanism has never worked properly and when the tank is half full it usually shows closer to empty! If I end up removing the gauge this would be the time to try to fix this too. Neither problem is a "problem", more an annoyance that I'd like to spend some time on. Thanks for any advice that you can offer. Kip
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EricPA
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Posted: 23 Nov 2010 at 11:03am |
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Kip, I had the same problem with my D 15, it is just a simple gasket that has deteriorated (cork I believe). My problem was the #@&*$%! slotted screws holding the gauge fast would not come out as they are to get to without removing the tank. anyway I sold the tractor before I replaced the gasket, so if I can find it I will mail it to you. Eric
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MBwcenll
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Posted: 23 Nov 2010 at 11:22am |
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The gasket is a flat o ring and is available from AGCO. Hit the screws a tad and probably on the lower two you will need an offset screwdriver in order to remove the screws. Or use a screw driver bit on a 1/4 or 3/8 drive ratchet wrench.
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Fred in Pa
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Posted: 23 Nov 2010 at 12:37pm |
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I put a fuel bowl gasket under mine ,
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jaybmiller
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Posted: 23 Nov 2010 at 1:31pm |
Been there !!Yeah, some 'engineer' must have a been dreaming using 1/4-28 fine thread bolts !!! I got 3 out of 4 out ok....%&%&^% with the 4th !! Lucky me it's the top left and I can't afford to fill the tank(gas is $4.40 / gallon today).
I had to loosen off the 'control sector assembly' to get a screwdriver in there,straight on.Best to get a tight fitting slot,tighten just a tad, then back off.If there is ANY resistance,tighten a bit, then back off a bit more.Wished I'd had a bit more patience the first time.....
I got rid of the gas soaked cork float, put 1/2 of a 'plastic' one on from a Cavalier sending unit.Other 1/2 went onto my other D-14.
Made my own cork gasket,sealed up OK....Now if the price of gas would go down...I'd fillup !
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norm[ind]
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Posted: 23 Nov 2010 at 8:08pm |
agco does not servie the gasket they use an o-ring now have in stock
1-574-342-4545
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rasman57
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Posted: 23 Nov 2010 at 8:47pm |
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My D-14 was doing the same thing. You are right about it being a pain. I ordered a new gauge from Norm and it is a nice piece. New seal and gauge and WHAT a difference knowing how much gas I got and I can enjoy a CHEAP cigar while mowing and not blow myself up. Others have fixed the float but I did the replacement in mere minutes and got going again.
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Posted: 24 Nov 2010 at 9:06am |
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While you have the gauge out fixing the gasket, replace the float with one that won't rot away. Call Kevin at 866-654-2855 and ask for an A-9313-C gas tank float. It's $4 plus the ride.
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Kip[NY]
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Posted: 26 Nov 2010 at 6:33am |
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Thanks for all the help, guys. I've ordered a new float and am working on a gasket so I should be in good shape. Kip
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