David Christ

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2007-10-17 21:52:27

Posts: 7

Posted:Wednesday 17 October, 2007 10:09 PM

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Subject: Re: My first post

Congratulations on your find! I just obtained a '76 CB550F myself, and it was not free!
You wrote that you cleaned the carbs, but it still sounds like you have dirty carbs. Have you done this type work before? Removing and cleaning carburetor jets is a touchy business as the passages are small, brass, and subject to damage or inadequate cleaning. (I have just purchased carb rebuild kits for my bike, as it has been sitting for several years. I have had it running, poorly, and have spent many hours in years past cleaning and re-cleaning old, dirty jets. Going to make quick work of this one!)
If you are committed to cleaning them, be certain to use material softer than brass such as nylon or fishing line, or copper wire, to clean the jets and fine passeges in the carb bodies. Pay close attention to the float seals and assure the floats move freely and are adjusted properly to prevent flooding.
Dave