Six Pack issues and rebuilding by tommyg29

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3-6-2014

Pretty sure the accelerator pump cam is dark green. Going to try to work on getting the main throttle shaft to close further, and dont want to use an idle solenoid if I dont have to. Frankly if the main carb isnt working properly and cant be adjusted to run properly for whatever reason I might as well bite the bullet and just buy a new center replacement.

Also will look closer at the secondary throttle shafts.

Dont want to add an afr gauge either. Welding bungs and extra $$ shouldnt be necessary and though they might make the job easier I just dont want to go there. Rather spend $500 on a new carb than $200 on bungs and a gauge.

Dont get me wrong, I appreciate the suggestions.  

One more thing I remembered. The prior owner had kept small copper wires stuffed down the two outer (larger) idle air bleeds. I removed those years ago.

3-7-2014

Here is what the carb looked like 5 years ago. Those copper wires leaned things a little, and now it must be richer.

Just wish they were replaceable with different sizes.

At this point this is where Im at:

1- its still smells like its running rich

2- still have run-on for a couple seconds after shutting it off

3- should I have removed and cleaned the throttle shafts? Are they lubed in any way?

4- maybe I need an idle solenoid to help but they have issues too and I dont want one more thing to act as a crutch for an old carburetor.

5- maybe Im wasting time on a carb that should just be retired?

and PS

the clear sight plugs are definitely for temporary use only. Mine started fogging up after only a few days.

And only need to screw them in hand tight. Easy does it, let the rubber gasket do the work. The glass threads will break off.