1914 Model T Gas Tank Shutoff Valve

[Ed in Maine]

I have lived with the brass, factory original shutoff valve that came with the car since I purchased it in 2006. It doesn't drip but it is always moist. I dismantled it a few years back and cleaned it and lapped the seats but it didn't help much. Now that the garage has a new, permanent scent, I want to change this valve to a more modern reliable design. Can anyone recommend a new shutoff valve that has been proven to be very reliable? Where can it be purchased? Thanks for your help, Ed

[stevests]

Most tractor supply houses can provide a glass bowl type sediment bulb with a fuel shut-off and 1/2" pipe thread.

[J Franklin]

Originally Posted by stevests

Most tractor supply houses can provide a glass bowl type sediment bulb with a fuel shut-off and 1/2" pipe thread.

Would a glass bowl be safe underneath the car and close to the road? The original style shut off is being reproduced as new.

[redmodelt]

Nothing is safe including the fact you are sitting over the gas tank or using copper tube that use farrow type connections that can fracture and burst.

I have run one and am sure others have too. It is pretty protected up there.

[Ed in Maine]

Thank you for your answers. I like the idea of getting the original style valve if it has been updated with a modern soft seat. Does Langs have these valves? Ed

[big job]

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Oh that dreaded word "modern" again. You may use a ball valve, but there is no reason
for this valve anyhow most have a shut off valve at the carburetor. But if you insist, I
think you should re-lap again. Fine valve grinding compound down to tooth paste..then
a pressure test with shop air on the bench.

[tiger.1000]

Take heed from Big Job !

[redmodelt]

There are other places that could show dampness. The thread into the tank, sediment bowl thread or even where the fitting (Bung) is riveted and soldered to the tank.