Carburettor fine tuning

Information relating to the Matchless G2 or AJS Model 14 250cc Lightweight
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clanger9
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Re: Carburettor fine tuning

Post by clanger9 »

It might be worth checking the float height first. Could be a bit of muck in the float valve...
Take the idle jet cover off, push a length of clear pipe onto the jet and check the fuel level settles next to the pip on the float cover.
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Mick D
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Re: Carburettor fine tuning

Post by Mick D »

Hi

In my experience an incorrectly positioned needle will not kill an engine. If you decide to check the fuel level per Clanger9's advice I suggest you re-check the pilot jet for debris, (did you confirm the bypass gallery was clear last time?), you may have contaminated fuel / debris from the fuel tank.

You did time the bike with the ATD fully advanced didn't you.

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Re: Carburettor fine tuning

Post by gotoole »

If it is starting and ticks over okay then I would think the pilot jet is okay.
However if you found debris at the pilot jet then I would clean the main and needle jet thoroughly .
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