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DHort
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by DHort » Sun Jul 17, 2022 11:05 pm
I have 2 WS carbs and I am thinking of putting one on my speedster. The one on the left was sold to me by Uncle Stan. I do not remember who sold me the one on the right. I have switched the air intakes, but they are basically the same. I found an article that states I should open the idle adjustment about 1 1/4 turns and the high speed 4-5 turns.
The carb on the right has on inlet that faces straight back. The carb on the left faces toward the frame. Is the left one adjustable and I can turn it to face straight back?
Since the inlet is down low compared to an NH, how have you run the fuel line and is there a way I can put a valve in the line that I can reach so I can turn off the fuel at the engine?
Thank you.
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TRDxB2
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by TRDxB2 » Mon Jul 18, 2022 12:49 am
If the left one's inlet is a banjo fitting then it should be able to be turned wherever by design.Loosen the nut & turn. Why would the shutoff mounting be any different than for a NH?
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Mark Gregush
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by Mark Gregush » Mon Jul 18, 2022 10:35 am
These were made as more or less direct replacements for the standard T carb but you may need to bend the fuel line. You can get a 1/8th inch pipe thread ball valve then use a 1/8" pipe to straight thread flare adapter or install the valve in the fuel line as a standalone shut off.
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DHort
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- * REQUIRED* Type and Year of Model Ts owned: 24 Speedster, 20 touring
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by DHort » Mon Jul 18, 2022 8:59 pm
Frank
Thank you for telling me what a banjo fitting is. I looked it up and now I understand how it works.
With the inlet on the bottom the fuel line has to drop about 3 inches. I wasnt sure if there is room for the bends and a valve.
