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Old 08-30-2011, 07:28 PM
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Well I couldn't fix the fuel problem so I bought a kit for the carb and just got done removing the carb. I have a buddy that does small engine repair he looked at it and he will rebuild the whole thing or I just want the bottom done that way I can be up and running quicker. The local shops were crazy on the price. So hopefully I will have it back up and running soon.
Carb is back on fired right up no leaking it must have been clogged up pretty good because it is running a lot better feels like more power too. Can't wait I have the next 4 days off trying to ride as much as possible.
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Old 08-31-2011, 04:22 AM
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Hope this will solve your problem and get her running great again. There really isn't much to rebuilding these carbs, so it shouldn't take long. Tell him to be very careful if he's going to mess with the CV diaphragm. (the thing under the top cap with 4 screws) Those are very thin rubber and are easy to screw up on re installation.
 
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Old 08-31-2011, 11:13 AM
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Just rebuild the whole thing.....It's easy enough to do & you will know it shouldn't need to be touched for several, (5 to 10), years.
 
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Old 08-31-2011, 11:20 AM
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Oh good....by your title I thought you had wrecked.

Glad to hear its not that.
 
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Which kit did you buy?
 
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Old 08-31-2011, 05:43 PM
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Originally Posted by Shackleford
Which kit did you buy?
I got a kit from a local indy dealer Mid USA kit I think it is at my buddies place should have it back tomorrow baring any unseen problems.
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Barry In MO.
 
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