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Old 09-07-2018, 03:30 AM
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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
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