Three tries later and my carburetors are still leaking. I installed new needles and seats and have checked the float levels three times and they still leak. 1971 xs1-b should be set at 25mm. At least that's what I have found. Any ideas?
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I can't stop leaking (my bike actually) CARBS HAVE STOPPED LEAKING ALL ON THEIR OWN. GO FIGURE. Thanks for all of your help.
- Thread starter Roy
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Roy, follow the links in this thread:
https://www.xs650.com/threads/tx650-carb-brass-overflow-tubes-leaking.50532
https://www.xs650.com/threads/tx650-carb-brass-overflow-tubes-leaking.50532
You should also try to check the actual fluid level rather than just the float heights.
The float needles in aftermarket carb kits are usually the incorrect length and will cause problems, but as mentioned check your floats. They will look fine but fuel will seep in them and weigh them down. Also as mentioned check the overflow tubes in the bowls very closely.
Hot water dip test.
This is probably not a popular thought. If I didn't have vacuum peatcocks. I would probably have leaky carbs. I left my petcok on prime once and petro started leaking out of carb. Years ago. I'm going to remedy it thusthis season. I rode years like that.
Also does anyone know the correct spelling of petccock?
Also does anyone know the correct spelling of petccock?
Petcock.
It's a plumber thing.
Float valves are an operational tool not a long term shut off device
It's a plumber thing.
Float valves are an operational tool not a long term shut off device
