Of course, the gasket was wet and sticky so half was stuck on the carburetor side and the (ripped) half stuck to the air shroud. A single replacement gasket was priced around $ 4-7 so I decided to splurge on a large sheet of gasket material & set of hole punch-out tool to make m...
Coat both sides of the new gasket with a sealer. Insert the fastening bolts in the new pump and then slide the gasket into place. Mount the new pump. Make sure that either its rocker arm sits against the eccentric gear on the engine, or its actuating pushrod is properly connected to th...
While you’re checking underneath, it’s a good idea to fit a ratchet and socket to the blade bolt to make sure it’s tight. Assuming there’s sufficient oil reading on the dip stick, there’s no sign of severe damage underneath, and there is gas in the tank, pull start the mower...
In this demo, you'll get some ideas of how you can make a real racing riding mower used in national events. Have fun turning what used to be the family lawn mower into a fire-breathing high speed racing machine. Also- I'm constantly making changes and modifications to the final machine...
How to Clean, Rebuild and Adjust Your CV Carburetor: How to take care of your CV carburetor and how does it work.
What to replace when rebuilding a motorcycle carburetor: Any gasket you remove The needle valves The float if it has fuel inside of it Jets or venturis that are too clogged to clean Also, remember to take note of all the settings of any mixture screws or choke adjustments before you take...
Using a brush to remove the dirt on the valve surface. When cleaning the inside of the valve, you will need specialized detergents like carburetor cleaners. Wipe or spray the inside of the triangular face to clean any deposits to ensure no carbon residue remains. Spray a carburetor cleaner on...
The rotational motion is nice because we plan to turn (rotate) the car's wheels with it anyway. Now let's look at all the parts that work together to make this happen, starting with the cylinders. Basic Engine Parts Figure 2. Inline: The cylinders are arranged in a line in a ...
Once the dampener is removed, there may be a oil varnish deposit on the front sealing surface which will need to be removed with carburetor cleaner or fine sandpaper before re-installation. Always check the condition of the woodruff key slot, if the balancer was loose this will be damaged....
How to ensure your Holley carburetor is using the right power valve for your engine. Holley carburetors have a power enrichment system that provides fuel to the main power circuit during heavy loads or under full throttle situations. The vacuum operated