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Discussion in 'Tech Tips' started by Murdo, Jul 4, 2023.

  1. Murdo

    Murdo The Good Doctor Staff Member Contributing Member Ride and Events Crew

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    Helping a friends son with his VFR400. Been running like crap and stalling often when stopping, then it started dropping a cylinder at about 7,000rpm, so carbs off and on the bench.
    Fairly clean inside and out, but this Ladies and Gentlemen is why you DO NOT use silicone (of any sort) on carbutettors.
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    Hard to see in this photo but the main jet is 3/4 blocked with goo.
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    The choke jet has goo stuck to it too.
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    This is what a clean bowl with a new seal should look like.
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    All silicone I have ever seen has turned to 'snot' consistancy when soaked in petrol. DO NOT USE IT.
     
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    jakeyphil Active Member Premium Member

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    Good lord. Thats one way to learn the lesson I guess
     
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    ruckusman White Mans Magic Master Premium Member Dirty Wheel Club

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    I said out loud "OH dear" that equals good lord.
     
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    Jeez thats bad . Looks like they used the whole tube
     
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    Using a new gasket would have been easier , but , what's the fun of doing that :headbang:.
     
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