This week I received the kits from you for the rebuilding of my two carbs on the starboard engine. The rebuild went just fine and I found sand had clogged both small filters in the carbs plus the passageways were partially clogged. Also replaced the main filter and O-ring to ensure the particles would be stopped there.
However, after I got everything back together it seemed the fuel pump assembly on the Mag carb was leaking ever so slightly. Fortunately I was able to tighten the screws to stop the leak. My question is does the gasket material swell slightly to allow a seal. On the carb I had there was only the plastic (clear) diaphram and then a gasket which seemed very minimalistic for sealing purposes.
Or do you have a recommended tool which can fit in that tight spot to ensure the screws on the pump are tight enough although running the engine probably tightens them more as they were a pain to get loose.
The bottom line is the engine fired up in the driveway just fine and sounded better than it ever has. The true test is if I can get over 4500 RPM on the water.
Thanks,
Mase
However, after I got everything back together it seemed the fuel pump assembly on the Mag carb was leaking ever so slightly. Fortunately I was able to tighten the screws to stop the leak. My question is does the gasket material swell slightly to allow a seal. On the carb I had there was only the plastic (clear) diaphram and then a gasket which seemed very minimalistic for sealing purposes.
Or do you have a recommended tool which can fit in that tight spot to ensure the screws on the pump are tight enough although running the engine probably tightens them more as they were a pain to get loose.
The bottom line is the engine fired up in the driveway just fine and sounded better than it ever has. The true test is if I can get over 4500 RPM on the water.
Thanks,
Mase
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