stripped threads on fuel inlet - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

drmiller1 · 06-13-2009, 09:34 AM

Does anyone know where I can get an oversize fuel inlet for my 69? It has the original carb with the 7/8 size. My local parts store is having a hard time finding one. It seems that only the 1 inch is available. Thanks.

68gmsee · 06-13-2009, 10:07 AM

If it's stripped you may be able to have it rethreaded and get an adapter. You may have to go to a carburetor shop to do it, though.

I remember buying a rebuilt carb some years back that came with an adapter for the fuel inlet. It leaked so I returned it.

mr48chev · 06-13-2009, 11:22 AM

Are you talking about wrench size? Or fitting size?

bobjob · 06-13-2009, 01:14 PM

napa has them...i think it's a dorman product...i've used a few and they had them behind counter...no problems.. and i live in a small town with 2 stop light's,, and 80 miles to napa warehouse (phoenix)..seems 2 types... 1- self tapping,,and a type you need a tap..

**john** · 06-13-2009, 01:33 PM

Heres a place with repair fittings. Good luck with it.
http://www.gesslerheadporting.com/me...8!OpenDocument

drmiller1 · 06-13-2009, 08:42 PM

Thanks for the help, Gesslers has a 7/8 inch self tapper for about $9.00 + shipping.

big mike71 · 06-13-2009, 08:59 PM

try a plumbing supply or hardware store.

PanelDeland · 06-13-2009, 09:15 PM

I had the same problem and the locql APS's couldn't even find one to order.I happened by a Speed Shop and stopped.He had a whole wall full of all types.I gues the racers are the only ones using carbs these days.

06-13-2009, 09:34 AM	#1
drmiller1 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Mid Michigan Posts: 90	stripped threads on fuel inlet Does anyone know where I can get an oversize fuel inlet for my 69? It has the original carb with the 7/8 size. My local parts store is having a hard time finding one. It seems that only the 1 inch is available. Thanks. __________________ Nothing better than an old truck... 76 C-10 Silverado 92 Silverado Z71

06-13-2009, 10:07 AM	#2
68gmsee Active Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Centrally located between Houston, Austin and Waco. BCS area. Posts: 7,947	Re: stripped threads on fuel inlet If it's stripped you may be able to have it rethreaded and get an adapter. You may have to go to a carburetor shop to do it, though. I remember buying a rebuilt carb some years back that came with an adapter for the fuel inlet. It leaked so I returned it.

06-13-2009, 11:22 AM	#3
mr48chev Registered User Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Toppenish, WA Posts: 15,498	Re: stripped threads on fuel inlet Are you talking about wrench size? Or fitting size? Last edited by mr48chev; 06-13-2009 at 11:23 AM.

06-13-2009, 01:14 PM	#4
bobjob Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: florence arizona Posts: 53	Re: stripped threads on fuel inlet napa has them...i think it's a dorman product...i've used a few and they had them behind counter...no problems.. and i live in a small town with 2 stop light's,, and 80 miles to napa warehouse (phoenix)..seems 2 types... 1- self tapping,,and a type you need a tap..

06-13-2009, 01:33 PM	#5
john member #16 Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Yuba City Ca. Posts: 3,618	Re: stripped threads on fuel inlet Heres a place with repair fittings. Good luck with it. http://www.gesslerheadporting.com/me...8!OpenDocument __________________ john http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/showgroups.php board vendors http://www.flickr.com/photos/1745471...7602865984234/

06-13-2009, 08:42 PM	#6
drmiller1 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Mid Michigan Posts: 90	Re: stripped threads on fuel inlet Thanks for the help, Gesslers has a 7/8 inch self tapper for about $9.00 + shipping. __________________ Nothing better than an old truck... 76 C-10 Silverado 92 Silverado Z71

06-13-2009, 08:59 PM	#7
big mike71 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: independence mo Posts: 2,111	Re: stripped threads on fuel inlet try a plumbing supply or hardware store.

06-13-2009, 09:15 PM	#8
PanelDeland I am a Referee of life. Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Greensboro N.C. Posts: 13,993	Re: stripped threads on fuel inlet I had the same problem and the locql APS's couldn't even find one to order.I happened by a Speed Shop and stopped.He had a whole wall full of all types.I gues the racers are the only ones using carbs these days. __________________ The 47-present Chevrolet and GMC Truck Message Board Network,it's owners,moderators,members,and associates of any type should not be held responsible for my opinion. You can't fix stupid,not even with duct tape. "My appearance is due to the fact that "GOD" does punish you for having too much fun!" Barrett-Jackson has perfected alchemy,they make rust into gold! "You can lead a horse to water but you can't saddle a duck" "Cleverly disguised as a 'Responsible Adult' "Sometimes your Knight in shining armor is just a retard in tinfoil"



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