Some time ago I made post about advice on funny idle and whatnot. I decided to first try the easiest and simply add fuel carb cleaner to fuel to see if that will clear it. It was rather a coin with two sides. This is why....
I added the STP to fuel in hope of cleaning carb without taking it apart. While the idea sounds good and it has actually worked for me in the past, I did not realize something. When I tried to start motor recently I noticed that it would leak fuel as long as it was running. When it was off, carbs would be ok. What I believe has happened was that the only thing that kept old seals and gaskets "sealed up" was the very gunk I tried to get rid off. In return the fuel now leaks from where the float tank meets the rest of the carb. The idle screw seems to have no effect on the idle and motor won't run unless there is partial choke applied. WHHOOOOOOWWWWWEEEEEE!!! Saddle 'em up boys... we are in for some ride.
So yes, the dreaded day has come. I will have to perform the heart surgery on this otherwise nice import. The only thing I am thrilled about is that it only seems to have 2 carbs. (4 cylinders though... or so I think )
If I had to do 4 carb job I would probably gone on antidepressants for 4 weeks prior to procedure.
He he he
Anyway, I found out there is no actual "kit" for the carbs. The only thing listed was 80-82. Mine is '83. This means I will have to order all parts separately. (at least those are available; not like my '78 Honda CB400T front brake cable. Even aftermarket doesn't make that one anymore)
Anywho, I thought I would share this news with you guys. Keep your fingers crossed for me.
Now.... where did I put that 30lb sledge. I will need it for fine tunin' later on....
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