Danny,
The oil is actually not for lubrication but for the damping effect on
the pistons in the carbs. They should be topped up with engine oil to
just above the metal sleeve inside, Do not worry about overfilling they
will spit out any extra. A sign that it is time to refill is hard
starting and spitting and popping under acceleration.
Regards,
Peter.
>From: "Danny Rendleman" <dannyr@flint.umich.edu>
>To: spridgets@Autox.Team.Net
>Date: Tue, 29 Sep 1998 21:54:09 +0000
>Subject: SU lubrication
>Reply-To: "Danny Rendleman" <dannyr@flint.umich.edu>
>
>One last question, at least for tonight. I'm under the impression
>that I should watch the lubrication of my SU carbs, topping them off
>on occasion. Is this correct? If so, what oil to use, how often,
>and should there be a marker/indicator on the little dipstick in each
>carb? Perhaps by a year from now, I'll be answering as many
>questions as I ask. Right.
>
>Thanks,
>
>Danny
>74 Midget
>
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