Safety Fast! March 2021

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TECH TORQUE

TECH TIPS Tech Tip from: Safety Fast! Archive Carburettor Petrol Leak on my Midget I have tried various ways to stop my front carb leaking, with no luck; therefore could you give some pointers to rectify this. Several things to check here. Examine the float to see if it is punctured and contains fuel. Also check there is no wear where the float pushes against the valve.

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Check the end of the valve for wear on the end normally a ridge around its lower circumference. If OK it could be the valve has been changed without changing the valve seat. They should of course both be changed at the same time, but is very often overlooked as owners don’t have the right spanner to remove this or they don’t realise the importance of it. You can check if it’s OK by connecting a rubber hose and

We are frequently asked technical questions covering all varieties of MG. With the help of our Registers, members, and past Safety Fast! magazines, here is a selection of the more commonly asked questions and solutions. submerging the float chamber in a pint of water. Blow as hard as you can down the tube with the valve in its home position and see if there are any bubbles.

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