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Really hard starting when cold

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Well after the 4 or was it 5 times I dipped the carbs and prodded and poked every little hole and passage in sight I'm doubtful that they are an issue. But then again, I've been wrong before.

I wasn't wanting to do anymore wrenching until winter so looking at them again might not happen for awhile. I'd like to get at least another couple of rides in before the season quits on us.

Thanks for the suggestions.
Spyug
 
Nessism said:
Yup, those brass tubes that reach down into the float bowl are pick up points for the choke circuit. The carb rebuild tutorial has some detailed info on these, check pages 50 & 51.
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Not sure if this applies to the CV carbs, but I had starting problems and clogged choke issues on my carbs. The choke assemblies were good, the pick up tubes were clean and clear. So that baffled me.

Then I looked into the choke tube space in the bowl itself. 3 of the 4 were plugged up such that IO could not spray through them. Soaked them for a good bit and cleared them out. Much better starting experience.
 
I've found that an old "G" string, light gauge electric .20 works wonderful at clearing these choke circuits. I leave the brass ball on the end- helps to hold and see it when dropped.
Not the panties-
 
Thanks guys. I haven't done anything since first posting this, just wanting to ride a bit. The weekend coming up is supposed to be colder and wet so being our Thanksgiving Turkeyfest, I should have some time to twirl a wrench. I might be a bit fat and sassy however as I just read the average Turkey dinner with desert and one glass of wine is close to 2000 cal. and I'll likely have a cocktail or two before, double the pie and a few glasses of vino. I bet that tops 3000.....yikes!

I did notice when I last had it out, Sunday gone by, it did start a bit easier but I can't really account for it. I did notice more of a gassy smell when riding too so I'll bet I do have some wet and dark plugs.

I'll try and remember to update this with what I find.

Cheers,
Spyug
 
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