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Stuck jet

Discussion in 'XJ Technical Chat' started by Btroppma, Aug 1, 2020.

  1. Btroppma

    Btroppma New Member

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    Hi
    Working on a set of Hitachi carbs, I'm unable to remove the pilot fuel jet on one of the carb bodies. Screwdriver is camming out at this point.
    Ideas on how to proceed?
    Bob
     

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    chacal Moderator Moderator Supporting Vendor Premium Member

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    Vice grips........
     
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    ^^^+1 remove get new jets ..they are cheap
     
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    Might try a little heat before applying the vice grips.
     
    tabaka45, Aug 7, 2020 at 8:52 PM
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    If it comes to this:
     
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