Subject: Re: Ambo carb problems
Author: Robert Hawkes
Date: Apr 7, 2001, 4:39 AM
Post ID: 1706216824
Jeff,
Jeepers, I have the same problem. My AMbo. never ran the starboard cylinder
correctly since the day I bought it. Just installed a new Nikasil set and
still doesn't run correctly. I have no idea what I am doing with
carburation. I will keep watching responses to your email but if you find
out anything off list I would be thankful if you would let me know. Thanks,
Bob Hawkes 1969 Ambo.
----- Original Message -----
From: Jeff Leek <jkl-@ecst.csuchico.edu>
To: <Loopfram-@topica.com>
Sent: Saturday, April 07, 2001 4:10 AM
Subject: Ambo carb problems
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