FUEL TANK, SEDiMENT BOWL AND LINES

Figure 8-Checking Carburetor Floer' l.evel

NOTE: Install the float support spring aud support if the carburetor is so equipped, Figure 7.

6. Adjust the float so that it measures 0.26-0.29" from the gasket to the nearest edge of the float, as shown in Figure 8. The float is adjusted by bending the hinge. Use caution when bending the hinge to avoid damaging the mounting bracket.

7. Install the retainer and packing in the carburetor bowl. Slip the shaft through the bore, then install the choke plate and retaining screws, Figure 7. 8. Be sure the choke return spring is properly hooked over the lever and on the stop provided on the side of the carburetor. Position a new gasket on the main nozzle and install the nozzle in the carburetor body.

9. Invert the throttle body and instaH the fuel bowl.

Install the retaining screws and tighten them to 36 in. 100. torque.

10. Use new gaskets and install the sediment bowl cover on the carburetor.

11. Replace the fuel filter in the top of the sediment bowl. Use a new gasket and secure the sediment bowl in place with the bail wire and nut. Tighten the bail securely.

12. Install the drain plug in the bottom of the carburetor.

G. Installation

1. Use a new carburetor mounting gasket and hold the carburetor in place on the manifold. Install the two lock washers and nuts and tighten them to 12-16 ft. Ibs. torque.

2. Connect the governor and throttle rod linkage at the carburetor.

3. Connect the fuel line at the sediment bowl.

4. Instan the air intake tube hose on the carburetor and tighten the hose clamps securely.

5. Turn the fuel tank shut-off valve to the "ON" position.

6. Start the engine and allow it to run until it reaches normal operating temperature. Adjust the carburetor as outlined in paragraph B.

The fuel tank is located directly under the hood, above the engine. The fuel outlet to the sediment bowl and carburetor is located in the bottom of the tank, at the center. The fuel shut-off valve is also incorporated in the fuel tank outlet fitting. The fuel line TUns from the outlet fitting to the sediment bOWl which is mounted on the front of the carburetor, see Figure 6.

The fuel tank finer is located in the center of the tank, under the hood top center panel, which is hinged for easy access to the filler.

Refer to the Electrical Section for information on the fuel gauge tank unit.

A. Fuel Tank Removal

1. Remove the hood assembly. 2. Turn the fuel shut-off valve to the "OFF" posi. tion.