TrumpsGold
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Resolved carb problem
It is time for some good news! The problem was a simple one.
On the carb there are those two mystery hoses (for noobs like me) that are attached when you get the kit. The instructions that came with the kit had me close both the upper and lower hose. After that you would install a gas line to the carb.
Well, closing off the top one is a bad idea. Shame one the instruction writer for that SNAFU. It serves as a fuel overflow for the carb. In addition, it also allows the correct amount of air to enter into the carb so that the motor will run as intended.
The mechanic I took the bike to looked over the motor. After taking a good look all around the motor he plucks off the top hose. Then he says "Try it."
Now it only takes a gentle pull on the start cord and it starts right up.
The mechanic made a quick $20 and I have a bike that runs!
My thanks to all of the posters whom offered suggestions.
It is time for some good news! The problem was a simple one.
On the carb there are those two mystery hoses (for noobs like me) that are attached when you get the kit. The instructions that came with the kit had me close both the upper and lower hose. After that you would install a gas line to the carb.
Well, closing off the top one is a bad idea. Shame one the instruction writer for that SNAFU. It serves as a fuel overflow for the carb. In addition, it also allows the correct amount of air to enter into the carb so that the motor will run as intended.
The mechanic I took the bike to looked over the motor. After taking a good look all around the motor he plucks off the top hose. Then he says "Try it."
Now it only takes a gentle pull on the start cord and it starts right up.
The mechanic made a quick $20 and I have a bike that runs!
My thanks to all of the posters whom offered suggestions.
