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Re: [T3] not pumping fuel


On 7 Jun 2005 at 23:59, Brad Mularcik wrote:

> Should I pull apart the top of the carb, and check the float valve?  I am 
> resistant to mess with a brand new one, but if I send it back it will be 2 
> weeks before I have it in my hands again.

Yes, just disconnect whatever connects to the top and then unbolt the top plate 
and lift it straight up. Do this gently and the gasket should be savable.

I suspect that you'll find a bit of something in the valve, probably some 
debris from the manufacturer, but it could be something from the fuel line.

-- 
Jim Adney
jadney@vwtype3.org
Madison, WI 53711-3054
USA

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