1960 Evunrude 10 hp carb rebuild ques.

[zino]

Rebuilding the carb, upon dismantleing, there was no clip on the float and pin.
Is this normal on some carbs, I noticed that the pin was not grooved for a clip. Should I install the new rubber tip pin with a groove and a clip, or use the all metal original without a clip.

 

[samo_ott]

Re: 1960 Evunrude 10 hp carb rebuild ques.

That's a good question. I always install the clip but here in your parts diagram, there is no original clip.

 

[lindy46]

Re: 1960 Evunrude 10 hp carb rebuild ques.

If the metal "pin" is in good condition, and seals properly, you can re-use it. They started including the clip with the rubber-tipped pin because the pin tended to stick and not drop down. If you go to the new one, definitely use the clip.

 

[kbait]

Re: 1960 Evunrude 10 hp carb rebuild ques.

Not a fan of the rubber tipped needles. Maybe ethanol messes 'em up?

 

[bktheking]

Re: 1960 Evunrude 10 hp carb rebuild ques.

When originally manufactured they never had a clip and groove. Use the clip and grooved needle if it comes in the kit, it's a better design to help prevent the needle from not dropping.

 

[F_R]

Re: 1960 Evunrude 10 hp carb rebuild ques.

Not a fan of the rubber tipped needles. Maybe ethanol messes 'em up?

If it does, shame on the mfr that made it. There is no excuse for making fuel system parts that are not ethanol resistant. The stuff has been around for many years.

I have heard a lot of complaints about the soft-tipped needles. That is just plain poor quality.