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Stripped idle air screw on the carb end or female end

Discussion in 'XJ Technical Chat' started by Xjriley, Aug 17, 2020.

  1. Xjriley

    Xjriley New Member

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    The hole that one of the idle air screws goes into I'm my xj 550 is stripped . Is there any fixing this?
     
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    k-moe Pie, Bacon, Bourbon. Moderator Premium Member

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    A machine shop. I wuld not advise that a typical DYI wrench attempt that job.
    It'll be cheaper to buy a used carb body though.
     
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    Where can I get one of those?
     
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    k-moe Pie, Bacon, Bourbon. Moderator Premium Member

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    Ebay, or put a wanted ad on here. Several members have a stash of spares.
     
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