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I thought the safe way of removing the tank so you didn’t risk breaking the nipple off at the tank was pushing in the two release green buttons on the coupler where the gas line meets the injectors? No?
No! That's how I broke my nipple - when replacing the tank, the line snagged on something. Disconnecting it at the top, I have more control of the line.
 
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No! That's how I broke my nipple - when replacing the tank, the line snagged on something. Disconnecting it at the top, I have more control of the line.
Everyone used to quote Witchdoctor as an expert. Here's his technique that I guess you believe is wrong? Go to 2:25 mark

 
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I find disconnecting at the tank to be a lot easier and much less messy. Not to forget easier on the fuel nipple. But that's just me.
 
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I find disconnecting at the tank to be a lot easier and much less messy. Not to forget easier on the fuel nipple. But that's just me.
Agree with Mr. Ricz .... AND always remember the fuel nipple on tank side you can buy from DORMAN, but the engine side is a "special" size that DORMAN does not make, so thats another reason to disconnect from the tankside ....

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Some guys on other sites that I frequent, are wanting to see my repair for a broken fuel pump nipple, so here goes.
First, I fatherly lecture as how to prevent this. The manual says when removing the tank, disconnect the fuel line at the lower end. Big mistake IMO. I find I have much more control over what the line is doing when I disconnect it from the top. The nipple breaks because side pressure is applied to the hose when it is connected to the pump and the tank is being lowered.
Now for the directions for the repair.........
1. Obtain a piece of 1/4" steel tubing - aluminum will do if steel is not available. It's sold by the foot and one foot will be more than enough.
2. With the tank angled so the remaining nipple is pointing downward, so nothing gets into the pump, drill the hole in the nipple with a bit that will provide an interference (friction) fit.
3. Do the same with the broken off piece.
4. Measure the depth of the hole in the pump part of the nipple.
5. Measure the length of the broken off part.
6. Cut the tubing to the two lengths added together. It helps to grind a taper on the end of the tubing.
7. Gently tap the tubing into the broken piece until it is flush with the top end of it. It could help to put some adhesive on the tubing and/or in the hole.
8. Place some adhesive like Super Glue on the two broken parts and tap the tubing into the pump, minding the orientation so they mate and the glue bonds.
You are done.
Some guys on other sites that I frequent, are wanting to see my repair for a broken fuel pump nipple, so here goes.
First, I fatherly lecture as how to prevent this. The manual says when removing the tank, disconnect the fuel line at the lower end. Big mistake IMO. I find I have much more control over what the line is doing when I disconnect it from the top. The nipple breaks because side pressure is applied to the hose when it is connected to the pump and the tank is being lowered.
Now for the directions for the repair.........
1. Obtain a piece of 1/4" steel tubing - aluminum will do if steel is not available. It's sold by the foot and one foot will be more than enough.
2. With the tank angled so the remaining nipple is pointing downward, so nothing gets into the pump, drill the hole in the nipple with a bit that will provide an interference (friction) fit.
3. Do the same with the broken off piece.
4. Measure the depth of the hole in the pump part of the nipple.
5. Measure the length of the broken off part.
6. Cut the tubing to the two lengths added together. It helps to grind a taper on the end of the tubing.
7. Gently tap the tubing into the broken piece until it is flush with the top end of it. It could help to put some adhesive on the tubing and/or in the hole.
8. Place some adhesive like Super Glue on the two broken parts and tap the tubing into the pump, minding the orientation so they mate and the glue bonds.
You are done.
 
My fuel pump pipe broke off about 4 weeks ago and since I could not find a repair part I decided to make my own part using a table top drills press laid on it back and clamp so it would move, hacksaw, files, tap and die set and drilled. My first repair part took me 3 hours to make but this is my new part I am selling. You only have to drill and tap the fuel pump base and screw in my new part it is designed to fit the existing quick connect fitting and if done properly should give you no problems. I have had mine on my bike for 3 1/2 weeks with no problems. I ride my bike to work 5 days and week as I live in AZ. I usually ride year round even at high temps. If you are interested let me know. The one mounted into the fuel pump base is the one I made using hand tools. I now own a metal mini lathe and can make them allot better. Ride safe. Screw Auto part Cylinder Automotive engine part Hardware accessory
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What is your selling price and why is there a notch in the end without the threads?
 
That one's is the one on my bike and is the one I made by hand so when I was drilling it by hand the drilled hole ended up off center. But that doesn't affect its use so I used it anyway. I got a metal mini lathe for my birthday so now I use it to make them. I am selling them for $50.00 which includes first class mail with trcking. I have set up a paypal account for this purpose. I will try to always have one available for next day shipping unless I am dead.

Here is simplified ordering information and it will send you directly to my paypal account.
paypal.me/victoryfpn If you highlight the link then right click on the link and hit go to paypal.me/victoryfpn it will send you to my link and you can send payment and
information from there.
 
I do not need one right now. All four of my nipples are intact :) I was thinking about buying one to have on hand just in case I broke one. On the one hand, they can break and often do so at an inopportune time. On the other hand, I know to be super careful when removing and reinserting the quick connect.
 
Well I sell them thru paypal.me/victoryfpn for $50.00 and I have five made at this time they use a 9-1.25mm thread. I have a Harborfrieght tap and die set so this at the time seemed the best choice because standard size threads seemed to jump from either to small or to big. If you order one make sure to include address and I will send out ASAP. Thanks.
 
Thanks. Will let you know if I decide to order one.
 
Well I sell them thru paypal.me/victoryfpn for $30.00 and I have five made at this time they use a 9-1.25mm thread. I have a Harborfrieght tap and die set so this at the time seemed the best choice because standard size threads seemed to jump from either to small or to big. If you order one make sure to include address and I will send out ASAP. Thanks.
I broke my nipple gaz
Need one for victory hammer S 2009
Can you do it for me ?!
Thank you
 
If you know how to drill and tap a hole for a 3/8 - 16 thread it will go in no problem if you want me to do it you would have to send me just the base and I could drill and tap it to ensure proper fit. Not hard to do really just need to get the tap and drill bit. take pump out of tank and take pump hose off so that trimmings will not go into the fuel system. If you need more information just let me know.
 
If you know how to drill and tap a hole for a 9-1.25 mm thread it will go in no problem if you want me to do it you would have to send me just the base and I could drill and tap it to ensure proper fit. Not hard to do really just need to get the tap and drill bit. take pump out of tank and take pump hose off so that trimmings will not go into the fuel system. If you need more information just let me know.
Do you still have any of the nipples made up? I just broke mine off tonight and this looks like a solid repair. What is your PayPal? I can send the money ASAP.
 
Do you still have any of the nipples made up? I just broke mine off tonight and this looks like a solid repair. What is your PayPal? I can send the money ASAP.
I believe I do if not I can always make another one. Cost is $50.00 which includes shipping via USPS. Just need to pay at Victoryfpn@Paypal.me Just let me know and I will try to send one out as soon as I get payment. If out of country allot more shipping and paperwork involved. Never sent one but found out it is allot of hassle.
 
Well after two months riding my motorcycle in the heat of AZ my FPN is still doing great. Thanks to those who bought one and I hope you never have to use it but I just thought I would let people know it is still working.
 
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