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Re: HS2 Carbs

To: Rick Walters <walters@mail.softcom.net>
Subject: Re: HS2 Carbs
Date: Mon, 04 Dec 2000 18:51:03 -0800
Cc: spridgets@autox.team.net
References: <3A2C1A44.44764CF8@mail.softcom.net>
Rick,

Be sure to check inside the float bowls --- check to see if there is a lot
of "gunk" in them (like rust colored powdery stuff).  If so, they really
need to be cleaned up or rebuilt.  Found a bearing in one of mine!

Good luck!

Sue

Rick Walters wrote:

> Hi guys,
>
> I have a pait of HS-2s that I would like to try on Puddles when I get
> her back on the road.  Yep, that's right I'm pulling the Weber to see if
> I can get any better low end.  Frankly, I'm a little concern about
> putting the 5-speed ina car that won't rev below 3500 RPM.  That means
> on the freeway I'll be doning about 70 just to maintain R's.  Cops don't
> seem to like this much.  Unless someone has some extra R's in a can for
> me.  I'm hoping the SU's will aid in my low RPM performance.
>
> My question is what should I check on the old carbs?  The throttle shaft
> are tight, dampers click, and they look fair.  Is there any orings or
> gaskets I need to replace before I install them?
>
> Rick

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