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MG Midget and Sprite Technical - 1275 carb question

Hi Having problems with my midget with very lumping running, missing and no power. First went through the full ignition system with no improvement. So I then wondered about the carbs. Checking the float chamber there was some rubbish at the bottom which I cleaned out. I then went on to strip the carbs removing the top housing and wa surprised to find 2 springs together on top of the needle assembly. Is this normal or should I take one out?

Thanks,
Ian
I Milton

There should only be one. I would get two new springs (one for each carb) and replace them both then tune the carbs.

Dave
D Brown

With engine running spray WD 40 around all the joints. Should the engine speed increase as you spray it, it would indicate a leak. The main are of concern is around the inlet manifold face to the engine, or at the butterfly spindle on the carb.
P J Guest

This thread was discussed between 09/08/2010 and 23/08/2010

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