Why does my Harley Davidson have carb cough?
Don’t know, but probably not. Checked the enricher early on, along with carb seating. Even replugged the air/gas mix screw access hole (chewing gum) because the dealer told me that it could be sucking a little wind through there. But it didn’t come together until I changed the jet.
What to do with CARB cough, CV, just off idle?
1. Drive that thing. CV hates being ignored. 2. Lucas gas treatment, half small bottle every other tankful. About $5 per bottle. 3. BP regular, and nothing else. 4. Take off carb, put on glasses and clean it like you love it. 5. Go up one on the main jet. In my case, it was going up to a #50, which is apparently the end of the line.
Is the Dyna Wide Glide a carb cough?
After buying a 2000 Dyna Wide Glide a year ago for half price from an unemployed friend who was moving in a hurry, I started to work on the low speed (and dangerous) carb cough. You know, one of those that gets you while low-speed turning. It idled pretty good, and ran cheetah strong, with some backfiring.
When to replace air diaphragm on Carb jetting?
While you are in there, always inspect the rubber portion of the air diaphragm or slide for tears, pin holes or rot. Now would be the time to replace them. If you are installing a jet kit, it will include instructions and may require a hole to be drilled in the aluminum portion of the diaphragm.
Don’t know, but probably not. Checked the enricher early on, along with carb seating. Even replugged the air/gas mix screw access hole (chewing gum) because the dealer told me that it could be sucking a little wind through there. But it didn’t come together until I changed the jet.
1. Drive that thing. CV hates being ignored. 2. Lucas gas treatment, half small bottle every other tankful. About $5 per bottle. 3. BP regular, and nothing else. 4. Take off carb, put on glasses and clean it like you love it. 5. Go up one on the main jet. In my case, it was going up to a #50, which is apparently the end of the line.
After buying a 2000 Dyna Wide Glide a year ago for half price from an unemployed friend who was moving in a hurry, I started to work on the low speed (and dangerous) carb cough. You know, one of those that gets you while low-speed turning. It idled pretty good, and ran cheetah strong, with some backfiring.
How to tell if your carb jetting is too rich?
A rich ratio is one where there is too much fuel in relation to the air flow. Signs that your air/fuel mix is too rich are black smoke in the exhaust, blackened and fouled spark plugs and a poor idle. A lean ratio means you are not getting a sufficient amount of fuel in relation to your flow of air.
When to tune carburetor mixture on Harley Davidson?
Let the bike idle for no more than 5 minutes. With the engine warmed up and at idle you may now fine tune the idle mixture screw for optimal performance. Acquaint yourself with the adjustment screw location at the bottom rear of the carburetor prior to running the engine.
Let the bike idle for no more than 5 minutes. With the engine warmed up and at idle you may now fine tune the idle mixture screw for optimal performance. Acquaint yourself with the adjustment screw location at the bottom rear of the carburetor prior to running the engine.
When did I start using the CARB cough CV?
After buying a 2000 Dyna Wide Glide a year ago for half price from an unemployed friend who was moving in a hurry, I started to work on the low speed (and dangerous) carb cough. You know, one of those that gets you while low-speed turning.
Why does my Harley Davidson cough at idle?
Came back, resprayed WD and found no change in idle so I stand here thinking the intake seals are not/no longer leaking. Put the .48 back in, re-rode to test and it’s back to the occasional cough. Does it only after idling at a light for a minute or so and blipping the throttle to take off.
After buying a 2000 Dyna Wide Glide a year ago for half price from an unemployed friend who was moving in a hurry, I started to work on the low speed (and dangerous) carb cough. You know, one of those that gets you while low-speed turning.
How to troubleshoot a hesitating or bucking car?
Step 1: Physically inspect the fuel filter. If the fuel filter is dirty like the image on the right, it’s probably causing a restriction of fuel flow to the engine and should be replaced. Step 2: Check for leaks coming from fuel filter connections. The fuel line is spliced between two fuel lines.
What happens if there is a vacuum leak on a Harley?
If there is a vacuum leak the gas will be drawn into the leak and cause the engine RPM to slow or fluctuate. DO NOT PERFORM THIS NEAR AN OPEN FLAME.
Why is my Harley CV carburetor stalling after tuning?
Hesitation or stalling can sometimes occur after tuning or rebuilding your Harley CV carburetor or if your Harley carb has not been maintained. The following are common issues sometimes encountered after tuning or rebuilding a Harley CV carburetor.
Step 1: Physically inspect the fuel filter. If the fuel filter is dirty like the image on the right, it’s probably causing a restriction of fuel flow to the engine and should be replaced. Step 2: Check for leaks coming from fuel filter connections. The fuel line is spliced between two fuel lines.
What causes intermittent fuel delivery on a Harley?
8) Gas cap venting. Another problem that will cause intermittent issues with fuel delivery is a gas cap with a malfunctioning vent. The built in vent inside the gas cap allows air to be drawn into the tank to displace the fuel as it is used.
Why is my V twin Coughing through the CARB?
Reason for the carb to do that is that it is running lean – causing a backfire or popping through the carb. If the carb is jetted correctly this will solve the problem.
What causes a coughing sound on a Harley Davidson?
I thought I’d pass along my findings: One of the most common problems that customers complain about is the spit-cough-pop from the carburetor as a Harley goes from idle to ¼ throttle.
Why does carb cough, CV, just off idle?
Checked the enricher early on, along with carb seating. Even replugged the air/gas mix screw access hole (chewing gum) because the dealer told me that it could be sucking a little wind through there. But it didn’t come together until I changed the jet. Difference is amazing.