Is there an updated version of the Bendix carburetor?
An updated version of the Bendix carb with adjustable main jets is currently sold under the name Zenith-Bendix. These are not necessarily better, but they do offer more tuning options. Properly set up, they will provide good performance and gas mileage.
When do you need a smaller jet in a carburetor?
When the operating altitude of the engine will be 2000 feet higher than your normal altitude, you’ll need to insert a jet one or two sizes smaller than the size currently installed in the carb, which reduces the amount of fuel entering the engine to match the reduced level of oxygen in the air.
Where does carburettor go on Bendix Stromberg bxv-2 Carby?
The pipe that goes from the inlet manifold to the PCV has a “T” piece that runs from the passenger side connector of the charcoal canister – then that is that anti-pollution wise for the HJ. The care came with a carburettor off a 161 engine and the air cleaner too.
Do you need to change the gasket on a Bendix?
Remember to install the new throttle shaft seal. If you have an original Harley Bendix carb, you may want to re-use the old steel needle, as the newer ones are Viton-coated, which may have issues with Ethanol-blended gasoline. Turn the carb body upside down and install the new bowl gasket.
How big is the main jet in a Bendix carburetor?
There are presently three styles of Bendix carbs made for V-Twin motorcycles. There is a 38mm fixed main jet, 38mm adjustable main jet, and 40mm adjustable main jet.
When did Bendix start making big twin carburetors?
From 1972 through early 1976, Sportsters were fitted with a 38mm Bendix carb. The larger, 80 cubic-inch Big-Twin motors may work better with the 40mm units. Carburetor removal and disassembly is straightforward. It is held to the intake manifold with two bolts. The throttle-body is held on by the main jet tube assembly at the bottom of the carb.
Where is the Idle Stop on a Bendix carburetor?
The Bendix carburetor has two adjustment needles on the top of the carburetor. The low-speed adjustment needle is near the mounting bolts in the back, and the high-speed adjustment needle sits just forward of the low-speed needle. The idle stop screw is off to the side of the high-speed needle.
How to rebuild an Ironhead Zenith Bendix carb?
My carb is marked Zenith Bendix with the adjustable main jet. Soaked, cleaned and comp. air blown out. I bought a “facet” 38mm rebuild kit (may use it all or just some stuff from it). The long pointed adjusting screw closest to the a/c has no spring, missing??? and then back them off (CCW) 1.5 turns, that a starting point for tuning.