Originally Posted by
poeman1
I am trying to free up the carb on my OS 40 LA. I tried the boiling trick but so far that hasn't worked. I soaked it in Marvel Mystery and WD 40 with no luck and trying the oil soak again for tonight. I can buy a new one for abour $25 + shipping but don't know if it is worth it. I just hate to throw away a good engine just because the carb doesn't work. Got this on and EZ Fly 20 Trainer.
HEAT! (Beyond the "boiling") It often takes a dose of heat to make things move. I have done many where soaking did
nothing. Once the heat is applied , things move. It has worked
every time.
But ,you can keep soaking if you like