Leaky Carb!

[De Lorean]

Hey lads

Had the R4 running today and I noticed smoke coming from the engine bay. So up goes the bonnet and I notice fuel dripping from the carb onto the exhaust!

It appears to be coming from inside the carb itself, and not a leaky line. Is this a common problem?

If its buggered, does anyone have a carb for sale? the owner was supposed to pick it up today but it simply isnt safe to drive until the problem is cured.

Thanks
Thomas

 

[Steve Hennessey]

Sounds like either dirt in the needle valve or a worn one. Easy to fix, but if you need a new valve you may have to do some phoning around.

 

[De Lorean]

Thanks, I'll have a look at that!