linkert carb what this for?

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  • hdhikaru
    Senior Member
    • Feb 2010
    • 217

    #1

    linkert carb what this for?

    hit,here thislinkert is on my57panhead just wondertwhat thislittle spring bolt for? linkertcarb.jpeg
    Last edited by hdhikaru; 01-09-2023, 07:01 PM.
  • T. Cotten
    Gadfly from the Dumpster
    • Jun 2001
    • 8221

    #2
    It is a 'poppet valve', Hdhikaru....

    With the choke closed, atmospheric pressure opens the valve when the motor is kicked, but prevents reversion into the air cleaner.

    Previous models had simple holes.

    A solid disc would draw a flood of fuel.

    ....Cotten
    Last edited by T. Cotten; 01-09-2023, 05:56 AM.
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    • hdhikaru
      Senior Member
      • Feb 2010
      • 217

      #3
      hi, cotten isttanks! is thisvalve ajustable? when you need more gas, justturn right the bolt?

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      • Rubone
        Senior Member
        • Aug 2004
        • 4764

        #4
        Not adjustable, just a spring loaded disc against the atmosphere....
        Robbie Knight Amca #2736

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        • T. Cotten
          Gadfly from the Dumpster
          • Jun 2001
          • 8221

          #5
          Originally posted by hdhikaru View Post
          hi, cotten isttanks! is thisvalve ajustable? when you need more gas, justturn right the bolt?
          Sorry for a late reply, Shin,..

          The assembly is peened to retain the valve with spring upon the choke disc, and usually only needs cleaning for inspection.

          Its function is dubious enough without the confusion of adjustment; It is an example of classic over-engineering for a conjured benefit,

          Just a simple hole (of appropriate size) worked for decades.

          ...Cotten


          Last edited by T. Cotten; 01-09-2023, 08:32 PM.
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