troutbum70 858 #1 Posted January 29, 2020 Is there a rubber o ring or fiber washer that fits around the shaft under the nut that locks it down?. This one was by passed I guess I know why when it's turned on it leaks. I ran new fuel line and filter and hooked it back up, only leaks when open and engine not running. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebinmaine 73,010 #2 Posted January 29, 2020 I don't think I've ever taken apart a Wheelhorse fuel shut off. The couple of sediment bowl shut offs I've looked at definitely did have an o-ring there. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ol550 830 #3 Posted January 29, 2020 Have 'fixed' several by inserting an o'ring just tighten the nut enough so it doesn't drip. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
troutbum70 858 #4 Posted January 29, 2020 Okay will try an o ring of appropriate size. I am thinking there had to be some kind of some thing in there originally so as to prevent leaking. I have several but not finding the right one work. Off to the parts store tomorrow for a bigger selection. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CCW 1,379 #5 Posted January 29, 2020 Be sure to get an o-ring that will not degrade from gas exposure. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Tuul Crib 7,339 #6 Posted January 29, 2020 2 hours ago, CCW said: Be sure to get an o-ring that will not degrade from gas exposure. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pullstart 67,068 #7 Posted January 29, 2020 I’d suggest running the tractor out of fuel, then taking it apart for inspection. This is the type on the side of the dash tower, correct? I think it might have a seal inside the needle and seat... then a jam nut holding it onto the tower. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
troutbum70 858 #8 Posted January 29, 2020 I made one for the time being, I will get a real at first opportunity. Stop the leak for now. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
troutbum70 858 #9 Posted January 29, 2020 One nut holds it to the tower, the second is a jam but that's where I placed the home little seal for now. A small vice grip on fuel line for temporary. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
8ntruck 7,887 #10 Posted January 30, 2020 I treated the same issue on my 14-8 this spring. When I took the needle out of the valve, there was a shriveled up O ring on the shaft. I replaced the O ring and all has been fine since. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
