BS34 Blind Plug Removal

[bpd106]

What's the best/easiest way to remove the mixture screw plugs on the BS34's without destroying anything? I've got one carb (left) that seems to be running a little lean, and I have checked/replaced everything else except the mixture screw settings. Everything else is in sync. I just want to check the screw settings and adjust if necessary.

Thanks,
bpd106

 

[littlebill31]

I use a self tapping sheet metal screw. It's a little of a pain. Get the screw in to cap, turn it back and forth as you pull up. It will usually, slowly lift out. Be sure to not pry to a side. The mix screw port can snap or crack off.

 

[bpd106]

Thanks LittleBill!

 

[littlebill31]

Don't drive the screw into the mix screw!!! If you look at my thread, "Clean BS34s my ass" you'll see what an idiot with a drill can do.

 

[bpd106]

That's a good point! I was gonna run 'em in by hand to avoid that mess!

 

[gggGary]

The ones I have run into recently were deep brass plugs that were real happy where they were. I drill em out stepping up drill size til the drill size gets near the plug OD, they loosen and come out on the drill. I have done em with a battery drill but a drill press is much more secure. Haven't bunged a screw (yet).

 

[bdholsin]

Gary, with that statement you have probably condemned yourself to a damaged mix screw the next time you remove a blind plug.

 

[weekendrider]

plugs that were real happy where they were.

So right.