stubborn petcock

[slow600]

the petcock on my 2000 is getting harder and harder to turn on and off. it still flows well in "on" and stops flow in "off." im just getting worried i will rip it off the tank trying to move it. is this a sign its time for a new one? or can these be dissasembled and cleaned/rebuilt? thanks

[RoostDaddy]

This is a common problem and they can be taken apart and cleaned. 
search   Topic: Fuel Valve issues.    and this will explain what you need to do.

[serafin]

I've had the same problem.  Here is what I did.  With your dremel tool carefully cut off one or 2 coils of the spring that holds the nylon cone in place.  This should fix your problems.

Serafin

[slow600]

thanks for the help. ill drain the tank and disassemble tomorrow