update on sick 960

[kyplowboy]

After a good deal of minor tinkering I have found whats make'n my little 960 so sick. Had a good blue spark every where along the line. Figured it had to be gas. While it was act'n up I took the the plug out of the bottom of the carb, nothing. It died and gas dribled out. Took bowl off, still dribble'n. Took bowl off line dribbled. Blew into the gas line, good steady stream came out. Reassembled every thing and it ran like a top for about an hour. I have crud in the tank. Is there an essay way to get crud out with out have'n to take the fuel valve or tank off? I know it ain't "right" but does it "really" need the screen on the valve? The one on the bowl is alot quicker to get to and clean. Am going to need to plow 'baccer if it ever quits rain'n, and don't really want to get too deep into it or have to stop every round and blow on the gas line.

Thanks in advance,

Dave

 

[Norm Graves]

You might as well breakdown & take the tank off to get it cleaned & coated probably won't be able to get it out any other way. Good Luck.

 

[Mr. Bob]

I had same problem with my 2N. I broke down and bought a new gas tank and installed it; problem solved.

 

[souNdguy]

gonna have to remove the valv enad flush the tank to clean it.


If it's just sediment, drain fuel into a bucket thru a pint filter, and then run back thru to flush. If it is rust.. consider removing and clenaing and sealing the interior.

once done, reinstall the valve with a screen.. that screen helps keep the carb clean.

soundguy

 

[showcrop]

I have had very good luck vacuuming gas tanks out. Just take one of those cheap, semi-rigid plastic siphons and steer it around in there until the gas or fuel comes out clean. It worked so well that I had even forgotten about ever having the problem, so I probably should go back and just do a little touch-up.

 

[Norm Graves]

I really like the vacuuming idea. Makes me proud to be associated with ya'll. I'll try it next time.

 

[NWMO 901 SOS]

As often added on this issue, "vacuuming out a fuel tank", this should be done using as much common sense and care as possible, IF YOU CHOSE TO DO IT. I have never tried it, though I have considered it. As I picture myself, a fuel tank and a shop-vac, it seems I would be as likely to end up on STUPID VIDEOS as acheiving my goal. 1 gallon of gas equals approx. 1 stick of dynamite and I am confident there would be fumes galore. Wouldn't want to be smoking a cigarette or anything. I understand you would only want to vacuum out the last little bit, but lets face facts, we have no control over who reads these posts. There are those that would shove the shop-vac hose in a half full tank while smoking a cigarette and wonder what went wront when they woke up in the hospital. Whatever you do, BE SAFE.

Chris

 

[Brian Allen]

Chris
[u:e1921db744]Do not ever use a vacuum on any fuel![/u:e1921db744]
If you re-read it he uses a plastic siphon hose not a vacuum.
That was a poor choice of words by the poster.
He uses the siphon hose to suck out any debris that is accumulated in the tank.
Care should still be exercised in dealing with any flammable petroleum products.
Brian

 

[NWMO 901 SOS]

(quoted from post at 18:12:26 06/18/09) Chris
[u:f15e606690]Do not ever use a vacuum on any fuel![/u:f15e606690]
If you re-read it he uses a plastic siphon hose not a vacuum.
That was a poor choice of words by the poster.
He uses the siphon hose to suck out any debris that is accumulated in the tank.
Care should still be exercised in dealing with any flammable petroleum products.
Brian

Thanks Brian,

After re-reading, I see he is siphoning, which makes sense. I was partially reacting to this post from a few weeks ago. It amazes me what some people (including myself from time to time) will do without thinking it through. Thanks again,

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Chris

 

[Norm Graves]

Sorry guys, it never entered my mind to use an electric vac for that. Hope nobody tried it.