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RE: SU Carburated leak

To: "triumph list" <triumphs@autox.team.net>
Subject: RE: SU Carburated leak
From: "Randall" <tr3driver@comcast.net>
Date: Mon, 24 Oct 2005 14:42:08 -0700
> I have my SU H6s off my car and, I'm happy to say, the throttle-shaft
> bushings are leaking no air.  However, a small air leak occurs proably at
> the side of the throttle disc (on the inside of the carb).  I don't think
> this is a problem since it will be carburated air getting past
> the disc and
> into the motor.  I am right, aren't I?

Yup, a small leak there is normal.  A large leak will make the idle too high
but won't upset the mixture.

Randall


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