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349 carb problem


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Hi recently got a 349 the problem is I can only get it to start, after I have dismantled the carb and cleaned it with carb cleaner then it starts ok over and over, but when I let it stand overnight then it will not kick over and I need to strip it down again clean it and it’s ok for that day but next day same thing, any help appreciated. Cheers

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1st are you turning fuel off when stood?? old amal float needles are plastic and are crap! I think there are teflon tipped ones available. Have you checked plug when it does'nt start ? is it wet? It could also be caused by a weak spark as it is more critical from a cold start so check quality off spark by seeing if it will jump 5mm gap. MAKE SURE POINTS ARE GOOD AND CHANGE CONDENSER AND TRY AGAIN. Also final query I think 349 had alloy tank?? if its a plastic one or fiber-glass these are being damaged by ethanol fuels ? I will only use 98 octane esso supreme plus in 2 of my bikes for this reason, check other threads on this forum.hope this helps.

 

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