Andy,
A torn diaphragm will leak from the bottom of the carburetor usually at
the junction where the diaphragm is sandwiched or a little above as I
recall. They are not that hard to replace even though the carbs must be
removed from the vehicle. I try to at least get the genuine SU branded
ones but some are more durable than the others. Others on the list may
be able to tell you of a more durable brand.
Don
HD-6's
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-healeys@autox.team.net [mailto:owner-healeys@autox.team.net]
On Behalf Of Andy Schwarz
Sent: Sunday, June 19, 2005 9:15 PM
To: healeys@autox.team.net
Subject: HD8 Carb Help Needed
Finally, after about 8 months, I have been able to get my Healey out of
storage. The engine turned over fine but it wouldn't start. After some
carefully tapping on the float bowls, 1 carb kicked in. More tapping
and then
both were working.
I got the car home, into my garage, and found gas dripping from the
bottom of
the front carb. This is not necessarily a good thing as there is a gas
funace
and hot water heater in the garage and both have pilot lights. Then, of
course, there were the comments about gas fumes in the house.
After removing the air cleaner, I determined that the jet was not
sticking.
So, is it likely to be a break in the diaphragm that seals the bottom of
the
jet that is causing the leak? I thought I would ask before I take the
carbs
out for a rebuild, buy a kit, etc. Speaking of rebuild kits, is any
supplier
a preferred source?
Thanks.
Andy
Renton, WA
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