John Cowan wrote:
>
> Recently cleaned the SU H6 carb pistons on my TR-3A and found I
> couldn't remove one of the needles. Interestingly, it slowly dawned on me
> that I had encountered the problem before when I rebuilt them in Summer
> 1966. In both instances I backed out the set screws all the way and used
> as much hand force as possible short of risking a bent needle. The stuck
> needle feels as solid as if it were welded there. The needle from the
> other piston practically fell out.
> Anyone else encountered this problem or have a suggestion about what
> might be going on? I'm concerned about wrecking the piston by trying to
> force the needle out when I do a complete rebuild in a couple of months.
> Thanks.
> John Cowan
I used a pair of pliers to bend the needlt around in an arc, and then
twisted them free. This is obviously of no use if you need to preserve
the needles, but I had a rebuild kit.
George Richardson
'57 TR3, TS15559L
(still in the works)
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