Triumphrat

Catenaccio

I pulled the S4 out for a ride and noticed immediately that it was leaking gas on the cement. I traced the wet line back to a white plastic elbow under the tank. I'm afraid the elbow is cracked but can't tell for sure.

How difficult is it to remove the tank and replace the elbow? I might as well replace them all while I'm at it. (There is a red plastic elbow next to the white.)

What about brass elbows? Do they exist and how difficult would it be to convert from plastic to metal?

I live a good 3 hours from Vegas, the closest dealership. Is it necessary to send the tank away or is this a "do it yourself" project?

Lots of questions. Sure could use your expertise. By-the-by, does anyone have the tank section of a Triumph shop manual that could be scanned and sent to me? PM me if you have suggestions.

Thanks in advance. :???:

BudGT

Have you had the fuel connector recall done? Has the tank been off recently, as the O ring at the connector can often tear and leak.

Metal ones are available if you decide to go that route.

http://www.rideteamtriumph.com/images/TTFKD-1.jpg

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2003 Speed Four

Catenaccio

No recall work. Guess I should check.

I haven't taken the tank off the bike. What metal elbows exist? Aluminum, brass? 1st of many dumb questions (Actually, the 5th dumb question but who's counting?) but would a metal fitting interfere with electricals, etc.?

Catenaccio

Found the recall number. Here's the info for anyone interested. (I know I am!)

Make / Models : Model/Build Years:
TRIUMPH / DAYTONA 600 2004

TRIUMPH / DAYTONA 955 1997-2004

TRIUMPH / DAYTONA T595 1997-2004

TRIUMPH / SPEED FOUR 2002-2004

TRIUMPH / SPEED TRIPLE 1997-2004

TRIUMPH / SPRINT RS 2000-2004

TRIUMPH / SPRINT ST 1999-2004

TRIUMPH / TIGER 1999-2004

TRIUMPH / TT600 2000-2003

Type: ANY
Recall Number: 04V156000
Summary:
ON CERTAIN MOTORCYCLES, THE FUEL CONNECTOR LINKING EACH OF THE FEED AND RETURN FUEL HOSES TO THE FUEL PUMP MOUNTING PLATE MAY FRACTURE FOLLOWING IN-SERVICE HANDLING.
Consequence:
FUEL COULD ESCAPE FROM THE FRACTURED BODY OF THE CONNECTOR ONTO THE ENGINE OR SIDE OF THE BIKE. FUEL LEAKAGE, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, CAN RESULT IN A FIRE.
Remedy:
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE CONNECTOR. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 30, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT TRIUMPH AT 1-678-854-2010.
Notes:
CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION’S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Catenaccio
The replacement elbow is anodised aluminium. Anodised in red or silver to match the red/white colour coding on the female connectors in the tank. The female ones aren't changed unfortunately as some of us find they dont self-seal!

You may also have an outstanding recall on the shock absorbre top mount bolt. There is a small risk of it rubbing on the wiring loom.

good riding

Jon

x1wagner

If you don't often need to remove the tank, brass hose barbs work well in place of the plastic or metal quick fits.

They're approx .50 each and last 1, 2, 3 years now w/o problem. Even outlasted my original motor.

The tank can stll be removed, just set aside as there is plety of hose to allow for that.

Josh

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petesgti

I have done this opn my S4. It is very easy. There are only 3 bolts holding on the tank. Then it just lifts off. You only have about 6" of play before you disconnect anything. Disconnect the fuel pump(white electrical connector) and two small vent lines first. Then disconnect the red and white fuel lines by pushing on the metal part of the connector. At this point you will probably be leaking fuel everywhere, but it seems like you already have that problem. The dealer should give you the replacements for free, just make sure you get the clamps. After replacing the connectors, reinstall the tank. This might be a good time to check your spark plugs and air filter.

Catenaccio

Sound advice from all. I truly appreciate your expertise.

Thanks!