runs but poor idle

russeller

Petty Officer 1st Class
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66 rude 40 hp<br />runs good at high idle but at a low likes to stall now she goes rite along no problems has to choke everytime i start it
 

Paul Moir

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Re: runs but poor idle

If you cannot correct your problem by adjusting the low speed mixture control, then it's time to go after the carbs - sounds like there's something crudding up the low speed jets. Try to get the OEM (Bombardier) rebuild kit from a dealer. It comes with a new plastic float to replace the old style cork one. The cork ones have a habit of sinking in today's gasoline.<br />The low speed orifaces (where the block is likely to be) are behind the soft core plug on the top of the carb, about even with the throttle butterfly.<br /><br />Good luck!
 
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