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This may be a stupid question but does anyone know what size a stock manifold is for a 99 evo softtail? I'd like to get a new carb and want one that will slide into the existing intake.
What makes you think you need a new carb? There's nothing wrong with the Keihin CV that came on the bike. At most, pull it apart, give it a good clean, replace all the soft bits and you're golden.
There are two popular aftermarket carbs. The Mikuni will use your stock manifold. The S&S comes with it's own manifold.
my original keeps over flowing. I change out everything and was careful with the correct float position but still no success. Maybe I had the wrong rebuild kit? Any suggestions are appreciated. I'm building a chopper but you can probably guess I'm not a mechanic.
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