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Post by josephr on Apr 30, 2019 16:32:36 GMT -5
Hello,
The local scooter shop messed up the valve adjustment on my scooter, ever since I took it to them for the first service it has ran poorly. I would take it back but I don't trust them at all, (and really didn't want to take it to them in the first place but I thought I would void the warranty if I didn't take it in before 1000 mi) so I figure it is better to learn how to do this stuff myself. Unfortunately, this has caused the scooter to sit awhile and now the carb is all gummed up. I have several questions if one doesn't mind answering 1 or a few of these questions, I would be very grateful!
1) I am trying to find a replacement carb for my WOLF/ZNEN 150cc GY6. I have been looking around but I am seeing all Chinese or counterfeit Japanese carbs. Does anyone know where I can get a high quality carb from, preferably Japanese or American?
2) what size fuel lines should I use? I am seeing half the people state 1/4", half state 3/16". Where is the place to get quality fuel lines? I found quality fuel filters, but they seem to only come in 1/4 size, not 3/16. Best place to get them?
3) I believe replacing the carb, the fuel lines and vacuum, and the spark, adjust the valves and the scooter should hopefully be up and running. Any other advice on things I could replace to a higher quality part? This thing is pretty fast and a lot of fun to ride, would like it to last a few more years.
Thank you!
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Post by tortoise on Apr 30, 2019 17:27:51 GMT -5
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Post by jaciche on May 1, 2019 11:06:57 GMT -5
Periodically check that the 2 exhaust header pipe nuts and muffler bolts are tight. I can't stress that enough. My exhaust header pipe nuts came loose all the time last year. I put a bit of thread locker and lock washers on there to correct the issue. The muffler bolts come loose too. I'm not sure if there are any American companies that will make direct replacement carburetors for your scooter. That Deni carb is a nice Japanese direct replacement. I'd measure the ID of your fuel line in an area where it hasn't been stretched by a fitting. Replacing your fuel and air breather lines asap is a good idea. |
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Post by josephr on May 1, 2019 12:58:37 GMT -5
Ah I was wondering if that Deni was Japanese or Chinese. If you guys say its Japanese, and that store is an authentic one to get from, I'll go ahead and get that -- thanks for the tip! Its difficult sourcing parts on your own and the market seems to be flooded with counterfeit parts. Thank you!
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Post by hillbillybob on May 11, 2019 5:43:43 GMT -5
I don't believe there is a problem with the quality of the Chinese carbs that come on these scooters. Starting my 8th season with the original, and with over 15,000 miles, it still works fine. Think it's probably a result of evaporation, and the resulting residue. Best to use a non-ethanol gas, and a cap full of MMO, Seafoam, or some other treatment, on a regular basis. If it's going to sit unused for a period of time....drain the carb.
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