Thunderbolt 800 Carb Re-kit Question

[hartleck]

I need to re-kit my two Thunderbolt 800 Carbs but I was told by someone here that they are very tricky and I should just take it in to have it done. I have re-kitted auto carbs years ago and would like to save the dollars of having a boat mechanic do it. Is what this guy said true or is it worth my while doing it myself? If so, is there anything I should know first? I am also planning to do the water pump and impeller and the fuel pump diagram.

 

[Gomer50]

Re: Thunderbolt 800 Carb Re-kit Question

With a little patience and basic tools you can rebuild your own carbs,fuel pump,impellar,however I would recomend you have a manual to go by.I can only speak for myself but I had to do mine over because I was in a hurry and didnt make sure that I cleaned them GOOD. Its not hard or rocket science just do it right the first time.ood luck and happy boating.....

 

[jerryjerry05]

Re: Thunderbolt 800 Carb Re-kit Question

By all mean do it yourself.Just be careful that you put it back together right. Do 1 at a time.That way you have something to compare it to.Remember there is NOTHING your doing that takes any force.The fuel pump can be tricky,see what this guy did. http://forums.iboats.com/showthread.php?t=472395
And Gomer said it, get a manual, the factory is best.
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[hartleck]

Re: Thunderbolt 800 Carb Re-kit Question

With a little patience and basic tools you can rebuild your own carbs,fuel pump,impellar,however I would recomend you have a manual to go by.I can only speak for myself but I had to do mine over because I was in a hurry and didnt make sure that I cleaned them GOOD. Its not hard or rocket science just do it right the first time.ood luck and happy boating.....

Thanks, I am fortunate in that I was able to pick up a complete OEM Service Manual for under $30 on ebay. I will get my kits ordered.

By all mean do it yourself.Just be careful that you put it back together right. Do 1 at a time.That way you have something to compare it to.Remember there is NOTHING your doing that takes any force.The fuel pump can be tricky,see what this guy did. http://forums.iboats.com/showthread.php?t=472395 Thanks for the link, I will follow your advice and as stated above I have an original manual.
And Gomer said it, get a manual, the factory is best.
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