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Old Apr 6, 2014 | 11:36 AM
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Does it sound like a winner???
 
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Old Apr 6, 2014 | 03:38 PM
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Originally Posted by IronHeadDrew
... The spring that holds the choke plate open when the choke is off...its worn out. Its not holding the plate open ...
There are a few nooks where the spring can be connected to the plastic bracket of the carb. You may be able to move it up a couple. It may be OK and has just slipped down.

Be careful - if the other end breaks it is toast.
 
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Old Apr 6, 2014 | 03:46 PM
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I was able to wined the spring up another round and it fixed it. Good to go!
 
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Old Apr 6, 2014 | 05:23 PM
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Awesome!
 
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Old Apr 6, 2014 | 08:02 PM
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I have found a suitable spring at my local Ace Hdwe. They have a great selection. Not sure about others around the Country.
 
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Old Apr 6, 2014 | 10:25 PM
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Hurray! You found it! Good for you now get on it and start riding!
 
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Old Apr 7, 2014 | 08:03 AM
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I appreciate everybodies input. Thanks yall.
 
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