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Old Nov 9, 2024 | 08:55 PM
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Default 1979 FLH80 carb help!!

I am helping a friend rebuild his carb for his 1979 FLH80. When I took the carb off, I noticed it is a zenith (part 14144). I cannot find a rebuild kit for it, as most websites I found a rebuilt kit, it says it doesn’t fit a 1979 FLH.

Any help would be greatly appreciated.

 
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Old Nov 9, 2024 | 11:29 PM
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I think Bendix is the same carb different name , they are all one company . Not 100% sure , someone else offer up with help .
 
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Originally Posted by deathrowdave
I think Bendix is the same carb different name , they are all one company . Not 100% sure , someone else offer up with help .
from my research today, I believe you’re right . I’ll try looking for a bendix rebuild kit too!
 
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Old Nov 10, 2024 | 05:18 AM
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Yes Bendix, be sure to get a good rebuild kit. one with a leather accelerator pump.
 
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Old Nov 10, 2024 | 08:52 AM
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yes, Zenith/Bendix by Facet fuel Systems... tho yhat one is Older... Not O.E. for that Bike...But a Carb that I like Alot...Much better, IMO, than the Ka-Sneeze it came with.. Dop Not use Import Chiwanese Rebuild Kit...You have been warned...Get a real Zenith/Bendix rebuild Kit...It will work!!
 
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