New Tank

[Acton67]

I'm currently in the process of painting a new tank. After the paint job when I reinstall the peacock do I need to do anything to seal it to the tank to prevent leaking or will it be enough to just torque down the screws properly? Anything else I should know in general about this project? Thanks

[WintrSol]

First, the tank should be painted with a hardening two-part paint, or coated with that type clear coat, to prevent fuel spills damaging it.
Second, I would consider fuel-rated sealant; I believe yellow Teflon thread tape is fuel rated.

[Herb]

The fuel cock assembly has an o-ring seal that is meant to seal it and is all it should need.

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I chose to look up my bike's year but they all should be the same.

[WintrSol]

Guess I was thinking of a different type petcock. Herb is right, just make sure the surface is clean, flat and smooth.

[sgtcall]

I just saw this and thought it may be a good idea.

https://youtu.be/qKx1PjNW4gY

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