Pullstart 62,838 #1 Posted September 3, 2020 With a little modification, I made a $5.02 gas cap from the local Parts Plus work with a gravity feed or fuel pump fed engine. Here’s how: 3 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
buckrancher 2,679 #2 Posted September 3, 2020 radiator cap from a old twin john deeres is the same cap used on early horses you need to add a vent hole in the same place as originals brian Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
71_Bronco 1,072 #3 Posted September 3, 2020 Nice mod. I may use this later for my Lawn Ranger. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
8ntruck 6,998 #4 Posted September 3, 2020 Nice video. I'm kind of surprised that you didn't include some shop safety tips.... 1 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
953 nut 55,194 #6 Posted September 3, 2020 No blood shed, no trip to the ER, was that actually Kevin or just some imposter that looks like him? 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pullstart 62,838 #7 Posted September 4, 2020 I was in my garage today... and left NO blood behind! 2 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AMC RULES 37,130 #8 Posted September 4, 2020 and so... there really is hope! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WHNJ701 4,165 #9 Posted September 4, 2020 The one I got from Napa I think was listed under a late 50s dodge, I took one down there and matched one up, I think it was around 10 bucks so I got ripped off! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rjg854 11,360 #10 Posted September 4, 2020 21 hours ago, pullstart said: I was in my garage today... and left NO blood behind! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
squonk 41,071 #11 Posted September 24, 2022 Napa # 703-1020 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pullstart 62,838 #12 Posted September 24, 2022 2 minutes ago, squonk said: Napa # 703-1020 Is this a lower pressure vent spring unit? 703-1220 says it fits the 69 Chevy… what’s the difference? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
squonk 41,071 #13 Posted September 24, 2022 4 minutes ago, Pullstart said: Is this a lower pressure vent spring unit? 703-1220 says it fits the 69 Chevy… what’s the difference? The one I listed is slightly shorter/thinner. Same mounting. It's listed with anti-surge venting as opposed to just vented. Can find any pressure specs. I've used the 1020 cap more than once with no issues 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pullstart 62,838 #14 Posted September 24, 2022 35 minutes ago, squonk said: The one I listed is slightly shorter/thinner. Same mounting. It's listed with anti-surge venting as opposed to just vented. Can find any pressure specs. I've used the 1020 cap more than once with no issues good to know. With or without a fuel pump? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
squonk 41,071 #15 Posted September 24, 2022 (edited) 23 minutes ago, Pullstart said: good to know. With or without a fuel pump? PUMPS! kinda funny both caps are listed for old relics from the 40's on up Edited September 24, 2022 by squonk Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pullstart 62,838 #16 Posted September 24, 2022 2 minutes ago, squonk said: PUMPS! kinda funny both caps are listed for old relics from the 40's on up Feel free to pop one of yours open and see what the inside looks like compared to mine? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
squonk 41,071 #17 Posted September 24, 2022 You show me yours, and I'll show you mine! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pullstart 62,838 #18 Posted September 24, 2022 5 minutes ago, squonk said: You show me yours, and I'll show you mine! Post #1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pullstart 62,838 #20 Posted September 24, 2022 Gotcha. So it’s a swedged unit… can’t pull springs. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
squonk 41,071 #21 Posted September 24, 2022 2 minutes ago, Pullstart said: Post #1 Is there any blood in the video? I've has to watch too many OSHA video's to watch any of yours! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
squonk 41,071 #22 Posted September 24, 2022 Your cap looks like something Waldo would use on a 72 Volvo after he found it on the ground at a Dollar General! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Snoopy11 5,714 #23 Posted September 24, 2022 15 minutes ago, squonk said: You show me yours, and I'll show you mine! Don Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
