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Float Bowl Screw Question

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During my carb cleanup I replaced all the garbage Phillips screws with proper socket head cap screws. When I tried to pull the lockwashers off the old float bowl screws, I couldn't get any of them loose. It was like they were crimped on... So I reassembled everything with no lock washers. The question is - do I really need the lock washers or not? I did not put any loctite on the screws, either, as I figured to be back in there changing jets at least once before I have it running perfect. When I am done, I could use a drop of blue Loctite to seal the screws in, but what about while I am tuning?


Mark
 
It's my opinion that while tuning you should be OK without lockwashers or locktite. Locktite and/or lockwashers are a must once you're done tuning and are ready to ride your bike. Good luck.
 
The allen bolts should be fine without locktite or spring washers. The carbs, being isolated from the engine by the rubber inlet stubs don't vibrate too much.
 
I scrapped the lock washers. Check 'em after the first shakedown ride and then don't worry about them.
 
they are a captrued washer you will not get them off, need to replace them.
 
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