Fuel Switch - Roketa Kart

[TXST8tj]

I am rebuilding a Roketa kart and in the process, this fuel switch broke. I think I have found the correct one online, but I am wondering if this is something I can find locally.

Is this something where another part will work? I would really rather buy it locally if I can.

You can see in the second and thrid pictures the little 'nipple' that broke off in the hose going to the carb.

 

[Doc Sprocket]

You could conceiveably pop into a good hardware or auto parts store and replace it with a selection of fittings. Ultimately, it would probably cost more, though. A valve, a filter, and a couple of fittings.

 

[TXST8tj]

Honestly, I'm not even really sure of it's function other than as a shut-off....emergency or security deal.

Does it actually regulate the amount of fuel going to the carb?

 

[Doc Sprocket]

No. There's an inlet screen there that acts as a fuel filter (although not a very good one) and the valve is just a basic shutoff.

 

[crazyman]

You could buy a tap, tap it, and put a miniscule barb in it. But the tap would cost more than a new valve probably.

 

[Doc Sprocket]

Two problems with that. The tank material is pretty thin, and tapping it wouldn't give you but a single thread. I have solved this in the past by epoxying the fitting in. Second , it still doesn't net you a valve or filter. Doable, yes. But again, probably not the most cost effective solution.

 

[fowler]

Well u could find a fitting that screws into the current location that has a barb on it

Then a standard fuel tap and inline filter that would be alot better than the current filter


But as was already said its just not worth it

 

[jamyers]

Those things are really common on chinese atv's, scooters, and karts - and plenty common on evilbay and other internet stores.

Best bet for finding one locally is to try a Japanese motorcycle / atv store. Downside to that is that if they have one, you'll prolly pay the Honda price...

 

[TXST8tj]

Well, I ordered one from ebay. Estimated shipping on it is thie Friday the 21st. I hope that holds true.