Road Toad Petcock

[Dozerash]

I have a 1977 Hodaka Road Toad that could use a fuel petcock. I found a few that might fit (I need to get some measurements), anything out there that fits? Thanks

[thrownchain]

Hodaka-parts.com

[Dozerash]

Can the original be taken apart? Mine turns really hard.

[matt glascock]

The Road Toad petcocks can be rebuilt. Remove the small screw on the body of the petcock. The handle can then be removed. There is a little nylon-looking cone that is the actual fuel valve that is often broken. It is replaceable. Hopefully all yours needs is a good cleaning but at least they can be rebuilt if the valve is broken.

[TheBevman]

… There is a little nylon-looking cone that is the actual fuel valve that is often broken. It is replaceable. Hopefully all yours needs is a good cleaning but at least they can be rebuilt if the valve is broken.

Matt,
do you know of a place to get replacement nylon cones? I have a few petcocks that need some, both chrome and painted tank model petcocks.

I know Terry has a newer designed replacement available but I'd rather rebuild what I have if possible.

Thanks,
Beven

[matt glascock]

Bev, I got some from Paul Stannard a few years ago. I don't know if HPI has them now that Terry has acquired the SH inventory. I would contact him directly. He might have them but with the massive influx of inventory, they may be in an as yet unopened box.

[TheBevman]

Thanks Matt, will do. I need to order a few parts too and its been awhile since I've talked to him.

[matt glascock]

Bev, if he doesn't have them, my guess is he knows the source. Man, I wish I scored about 50 of those. If you get jammed up, I can look at pulling a couple of the petcocks in my parts stash apart and cannibalize a couple for you. Good luck and let me know.

[viclioce]

One thing I’ve found is the old style fiber petcock gaskets do not work nearly as well as the rubber ones Terry now offers! Twice I had petcocks which leaked. New rubber gaskets & no more leaking! Victor

[viclioce]

Dozerash. Did you get a petcock? I found an extra in my tool box! If you still need one, post your address and I will send it to you for a $15 contribution to the Hodaka Club! Victor