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[Jack]

Hello,i have to remove the needle jet (micarb 28mm)but it won't clear the final 1/4",is there a pin stopping it or does it need forcing?Jack.

[Riggers]

Hey Jack - If you look on this site under 'Technical Notes' - see options on the left - and check out 'Tuning and using Mikarb' you may find a solution to your problem. If not DON'T use force, post again on this thread and we'll try to help. Lots of us know the Mikarb inside out.

[Alan R]

------------------unfortunately !!

[Jack]

perhaps i shouldn't have used the term force then,maybe a tap with a punch would push it through,possibly it's only got some gum on it.
Jack.

[Riggers]

Hey Jack, if you've already unscrewed the main jet, and secured the washer, the pilot jet should be removable from the other end of the carb without a problem. No force - just pursuation! Nothing should stop its removal, but if it's a tight fit just be very gentle with a soft drift.

[Alan R]

---------might I just add to that " ensuring that it is perfectly vertical". I have 2 of these delightful little rascal carbs.---on one the needle jet just drops out, on the other it requires just a little gentle help.

[Jack]

Hey guys,solved the problem,it did only require a push to help it along.And i fixed the persistent flat,stall spot while taking off from the lights.Fitted a P2 needle jet in place of the O8 and float level 23mm instead of 25mm.
No hesitation at all now.I'd replaced the 25 pilot with a 27.5 then 30,they helped but she'd still die unexpectedly at the lights unless throttle as eased in very slowly,not something i enjoyed.
So all's well in Bulletland.
Jack

[Alan R]

------------until the next time !! But don't you just love 'em ?? We're off into Wales this evening (Lake Vyrnwy ) for a Fish & Chip Supper-by-Sunset. Nice one Jack---now go and ENJOY !!!!

[Riggers]

Well done Jack, nice one. Mine's haddock and chips please Alan. )