Carb Refurb

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christulin

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I picked up a Harbor Freight ultrasonic cleaner. After some online searches and experimentation with some less valuable parts, I found that 2 or 3 runs with household vinegar works well without any apparent harm to the pot metal plus removes the rust. Rinse in water, and blow out the passages. Now I smell of vinegar instead of carb cleaner. I have heard citric acid in distilled water works well for cleaning carbs and oxalic acid works well for removing rust.
Thanks for the suggestion.
T100 Toymakers in Connecticut has an Optisonics cleaner that is large enough to do engine parts. It removes the oil from porous castings. Greg can be reached at t100toymakers@triumphmotors.com
 
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christulin

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beadblasting carbs

Beadblasting carbs or motor parts can embed dust in the castings that may slowly find its way into the engine and it removes the finish. I have a beadblasting cabinet but will probably opt for ultrasonic cleaning in the future. Safer for the parts, safer for us than old school solvents and dusts.
 
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