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bikernut · 12-03-2009, 06:44 AM

Can any one tell me if the above Selector Valve has power to it all the time or just for a short bit when you first turn on the key to pressurize the system and then after the engine starts the low oil pressure switch engages and powers it? I have one that seems to do that but I think the selector valve is junk as now the right tank won't work unless I disconnect the left side and jump to the right tank. I also can't find out where it gets it power to work the selector valve.
Can anyone give me a part # for the selector Valve or are they available from a parts store? any one know what they sell for? Do any of you guys have a good wiring diagram that you can copy and send me of this truck with dual tanks, I have purchased 2 books now and the wiring diagrams are junk, don't show much and I would like a more detailed look at the wiring system. This is a 1987 K2500 with a 350 V/8 and 400 tranny. thanks in advance for any help!

tvblazer78 · 12-03-2009, 09:15 PM

I think you can get more help over here. Good luck..

**MJN** · 12-03-2009, 10:21 PM

The dual tank valve on my '74 is the single wire valve. Power is sent to the valve when it's switched over to the left tank but the dash switch gets power from the key. If you have the switch on the left tank and turn the key to ON you can hear the valve kick over. The sending units are controlled the same way, through the switch when the key is turned on. I'm not sure on the newer 6-wire valves.
I had to get mine through the GM dealership. They could get the 6-wire valves as well.

rustyescott · 12-04-2009, 04:37 AM

just bought one today . paid $14.60 from oriely's

12-03-2009, 06:44 AM	#1
bikernut Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Soutwestern New Hampshire Posts: 145	Dual fuel tank selector Can any one tell me if the above Selector Valve has power to it all the time or just for a short bit when you first turn on the key to pressurize the system and then after the engine starts the low oil pressure switch engages and powers it? I have one that seems to do that but I think the selector valve is junk as now the right tank won't work unless I disconnect the left side and jump to the right tank. I also can't find out where it gets it power to work the selector valve. Can anyone give me a part # for the selector Valve or are they available from a parts store? any one know what they sell for? Do any of you guys have a good wiring diagram that you can copy and send me of this truck with dual tanks, I have purchased 2 books now and the wiring diagrams are junk, don't show much and I would like a more detailed look at the wiring system. This is a 1987 K2500 with a 350 V/8 and 400 tranny. thanks in advance for any help! __________________ 2020 GMC Acadia Denali (Maroon) 2003 GMC 3500 4X4 Dually Dump (Red) 2007 KZ 41KG Toy Hauler (White with stripes) 2015 Harley FLHTCUTG Trike ( Maroon) 1995 Harley FLT (2 tone Red) 1992 Chevy S-10 4x4 Blazer (Dark Red) Last edited by bikernut; 12-03-2009 at 09:04 PM. Reason: forget info

12-03-2009, 09:15 PM	#2
tvblazer78 Low & Fast! Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Knoxville, TN Posts: 3,110	Re: Dual fuel tank selector I think you can get more help over here. Good luck.. __________________ Southeastern Mini Truckin' Nationals April 27 and 28, 2012

12-03-2009, 10:21 PM	#3
MJN Registered User Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Maquoketa, Ia/ Orr, Mn Posts: 2,985	Re: Dual fuel tank selector The dual tank valve on my '74 is the single wire valve. Power is sent to the valve when it's switched over to the left tank but the dash switch gets power from the key. If you have the switch on the left tank and turn the key to ON you can hear the valve kick over. The sending units are controlled the same way, through the switch when the key is turned on. I'm not sure on the newer 6-wire valves. I had to get mine through the GM dealership. They could get the 6-wire valves as well. __________________ '51 South Bend Model "9A" '56 Chevy 3600 NAPCO '74 Chevy Cheyenne Super K20-restored on 37's '72 GMC Sierra Custom K2500- in progress '08 GMC Envoy Denali '12 GMC Sierra 2500HD Denali '17 GMC Yukon XL VCCA member #58596 http://www.nohrco.com Last edited by MJN; 12-03-2009 at 10:24 PM.

12-04-2009, 04:37 AM	#4
rustyescott Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: clifton tx Posts: 209	Re: Dual fuel tank selector just bought one today . paid $14.60 from oriely's



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