Hey all. Still working on fixing the stuff needed to make sure the tractor is safe to use. Fixed the exhaust issue at the flange; found half of the clamp inverted, allowing exhaust to blow directly onto the carb. So, my next and about final thing to fix in the short term is the Fuel Tank Shutoff leaks and drips right down onto the underslung exhaust! :shock: I have the original Wing-nut style valve, amd it is leaking where the "screw" or valve shaft goes into the T. (So, the backside of the valve.) Is there a fix for this? I took it apart, and saw that there are threads, bit there wasn't any kind of rubber or seal inside. Just thought I'd check with you guys for solutions. A new valve prices for over $200. WHAT?! The previous owner had cut the rigid line and replaced it with a flexible hose with an inline valve. Not really fond of it and would really like to have a shutoff at the tank.