i need an opinion

[kevind]

i was wondering, how can u tell if a diapham(sp) is bad besides rips and tears? im rebuilding my carbs and i want 2 make sure they r good enough 2 use or replace them. thanks in advance 4 your opinion.

[waterman]

Welcome to board. BassCliff will be around to officially welcome you, please visit his website to get a wealth of info on our bikes.

As for your question, generally a visual inspection will show the rips and tears. Pay particular attention to area around sealing ring at top, they can develop tears here that are difficult to see. Do notice that they need to go in a specific place when installed.

It is also possible to check their condition and whether they are installed correctly by blowing air into the top of the carb bell on the air cleaner side. If diaphragm is intact and installed correctly on carb top, the slide will rise to top. As pressure stops, the slide will settle to bottom again. Obviously, this works when carb is assembled.

[Steve]

Sorry, I am not understanding your question. Even the least of texting-capable phones has a keyboard available and some of us old farts tend to ignore messages that are too cryptic.

Please try it again, but in English.

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[BassCliff]

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Hi Mr. kevind,

Shine a bright light through the diaphragms. Is the rubber still soft and supple? Look along the inside edge, where it meets the slides, for any small separations. Now let me share some GS lovin'.

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