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by iangreentree
10 Jul 2013, 11:12
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: hydrocarbons excessive fail
Replies: 46
Views: 9405

Re: hydrocarbons excessive fail

Thanks Paul66beetle, It makes sense and very helpful. I'll aim to bring the ratio of Gaffer tape Vs engine down..
by iangreentree
10 Jul 2013, 10:55
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: hydrocarbons excessive fail
Replies: 46
Views: 9405

Re: hydrocarbons excessive fail

Should I be concerned about the right carb judging by the photos?

Cheers.
by iangreentree
09 Jul 2013, 18:24
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: hydrocarbons excessive fail
Replies: 46
Views: 9405

Re: hydrocarbons excessive fail

Cheers @paul66beetle I've had a look and come up with 2 Possibilities.... The hose is connected under the right carb (poss leak!) .... http://s20.postimg.org/5s2qt75t9/20130709_191251.jpg These images show the right carb which i don't think the valve look healthy and i think fuel is getting in to th...
by iangreentree
09 Jul 2013, 16:43
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: hydrocarbons excessive fail
Replies: 46
Views: 9405

Re: hydrocarbons excessive fail

Hi all, newbie on here.... My 1980 2ltr Aircooled T25 failed its MOT. Mainly due to excessive carbon monoxide emissions and also hydrocarbon emissions which apparently came in at over 3000. I'll could try changing the air filter but I reckon this would be the equivalent of turning up to an earthquak...