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    1992 XR6 150 reed adapter plate hose barb

    Right. The premix is because I didn't know if the oil injection was going to work, so I was being safe.
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    1992 XR6 150 reed adapter plate hose barb

    Yesterday was warmer, around 50 F, so I installed the reeds and carbs. By the time I was done hooking everything up it was pretty dark. I haven't tested the oil injection yet, so to be safe I plugged in a tank of mixed. Engine started right up and was very smokey. Will running mixed fuel along...
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    1992 XR6 150 reed adapter plate hose barb

    The plate and reeds are off the motor, not replacing. The barb is straight through. The only one that is one way is at the bottom of the plate.
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    1992 XR6 150 reed adapter plate hose barb

    Should have read: Now I am waiting for the large reed adapter plate GASKET so I can reassemble with the cleaned and rebuilt carbs.
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    1992 XR6 150 reed adapter plate hose barb

    Prior to getting that link I ordered standard hose barbs (10 pcs) from Amazon, for $6.98 + tax. I cut down both ends, the press in end shorter with a small lead in. Pressed in, no problem. Now I am waiting for the large reed adapter plate so I can reassemble with the cleaned and rebuilt carbs...
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    1992 XR6 150 reed adapter plate hose barb

    Right, might be hard to find a replacement. Haven't tried yet. I was hoping someone has done this and knows of a supplier.
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    1992 XR6 150 reed adapter plate hose barb

    Yep, if I could find a same size replacement with threads, I could drill and tap right next to the original after plugging the original.
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    1992 XR6 150 reed adapter plate hose barb

    While beating on my reed adapter plate to dislodge the gasket from the engine, I accidentally hit one of the tiny hose barbs on the side and broke it off. I'm not sure if those were a press fit or what but need to know if anyone has ever replaced one. Also need to find a suitable replacement barb.
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