Okay so I just got an 06 blaster, in good shape overall. My carburetor started leaking from the overflow tube the other day, so I took it off to check the floats, they seemed to be fine and didn't notice any gas leaking into them or anything. Then I noticed the overflow adjustment screw to be "wallered" out. I've read a couple of threads that said this could cause the problem. Anyways, I cleaned the carb and reassembled it, and it still "overflows." It's an OEM mikuni carb, and I figured the best/cost efficient way to fix it is to get a new float bowl, but I cant find that part anywhere. Any suggestions or ideas?
Need help. Overflow drain screw stripped.
- Thread starter Jmfillin1
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Did you do the eye test, or actually measure and reset them? Read this:
http://www.blasterforum.com/threads/float-heights-and-how-to-adjust-them.50565/
Also, you mentioned that it spits out fuel. Turn on the gas. When it starts to pour out, if you bang on the carb with the end of a screwdriver or hammer a few times, does it stop? If it does, your float is out of range.
If it doesn't stop, take off the bowl. Put it on a level surfice. Fill it up with gas/water to the rim. If it holds the fuel/water then you know the float is wacky. If it leaks, then you've found the culprit.
Unfortunately, if the drain bolt is bad you will have to find either a used carb on Craigslist, or call around to all the local motor sports shops. Just like a kickstart lever, you have to buy the entire thing, not just the bowl. Most shops will carry used/extra parts.
If you can get the bolt out, order a new one online from here. It's part #18 http://www.bikebandit.com/oem-parts...special-edition-yfs200sev/o/m145313#sch524661
Thanks for the reply, I'm gonna call around tomorrow, the local shop was closed today. Idk why I didn't think to test the bowl on its own.....Duh lol. I'll give it another looksie.
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