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AIR LEAKS!! Should I Give Up on These Carbs??

Discussion in 'XJ Technical Chat' started by Doug, Jun 29, 2007.

  1. Doug

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    I was testing for air leaks,with wd40.with engine warm and running.sprayed around boots ,all is well.But when I sprayed the springs near the sync screws..leak>>on all carbs both sides,I was at bike shop yesterday picking up parts,he told me to do this air leak test and if I had leaks here it was time to put up the "white flag"is there any hope for these carbs????
     
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    Any one out there??
     
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    Sounds like your throttle shaft seals might be the culprit -- they are replaceable, do a search and you'll find some threads.
     
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    You should give up all hope and drop your bike off at my house. Better yet, because I know you are so frustrated, if you pay me a few bucks, I'll come get it!


    :)

    As Altus says, search the forum, have a beer and stay patient and it will be running like a dream in no time.
     
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    Or if you can wait till the fall, you can come to a carb clinic and be our project bike! LOL
     
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    Altus When is the carb clinic ? I would like to attend.
     
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    Your carbs are still worth keeping, this isn't a death knell. The shaft seals are available for a little more than $5 at last mention. There is a thread around here somewhere with a valid link for them. Best of luck.
     
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