Hi, Im using the R1 fuel pump for my build and i have got a boss for my tank from MK which i will be getting welded to my tank my question is when i come to bolt the pump to the boss do i need to use a sealent of some sort or make a gasket if so out of what? have read about cork etc.

Any help much appriciated Greg

[Edited on 4/8/09 by corrado vr6]

Hi Greg

Can't help with your question but good to see your build is moving on

I have my old clocks back so am on the road (still waiting for new ones!) so let me know when you & Dave are up the barn and i'll try and pop up

Hi Greg,

I'm interested in this too, since I'm planning on using the same set up. Did you get a rubber o-ring with your pump, which sits inside the aluminium ring? I always thought that this would be used to make the seal with the boss.

Cheers,
Jek

Would an original Yamaha gasket work? If so you can get one from your local Yamaha dealer or any online bike part shop.

if your looking to use a rubber type gasket you have to make sure it is made of nitril rubber - one of the only petrol proof rubbery type stuff out there.. far better than liquid sealer - if that will suit your application

if it is a big o-ring that you need then these guys are good.

They do any size you can imagine and deliver quickly.

Matt

link
Poorly named web-page though!

[edited to add link!!]

[Edited on 5/8/09 by matt_gsxr]