ULTRASONIC CARB CLEANING

[Stimw]

I think you are better off with carburetor cleaner and compressed air.
I worked on a pressure washer for a friend. Just Carb cleaner and air, he said it's great now, didn't run that good when it was new!
Been doing it that way for years.

 

[dragoneggs]

I think you are better off with carburetor cleaner and compressed air.
I worked on a pressure washer for a friend. Just Carb cleaner and air, he said it's great now, didn't run that good when it was new!
Been doing it that way for years.

I've done it this way for years but my carb that I pulled out my 6hp Mercury outboard seems to be stubborn after a couple tries at it.

 

[firemech]

Have been using the ultrasonic cleaner on carbs at our marina for about 5 years with the recommended fluid. We strain the fluid through coffee filters about twice a year to help keep it clean and top up as required, It definitely does an awesome job on the crap that forms in carbs today. Did the carb cleaner and compressed air for many years but the new crap seems to immune to carb cleaner. We definitely love our ultrasonic cleaner!

 

[dragoneggs]

Have been using the ultrasonic cleaner on carbs at our marina for about 5 years with the recommended fluid. We strain the fluid through coffee filters about twice a year to help keep it clean and top up as required, It definitely does an awesome job on the crap that forms in carbs today. Did the carb cleaner and compressed air for many years but the new crap seems to immune to carb cleaner. We definitely love our ultrasonic cleaner!

Good to hear! Looks like I will buy a HF unit on/for Mother's Day. One day only 25% coupon!

 

[Jstpssng]

Bringing this zombie thread back from the dead again. I have a couple of tractor carbs which need cleaning and this seems like a worthwhile investment. Are those of you with the HF (Central Machinery) units still happy with them? Is there a better product that I can buy for $79.99? (Before the coupons)

 

[Oldpath05]

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Is the carb on your L3301 acting up again.............

 

[Jstpssng]

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Is the carb on your L3301 acting up again.............

Yes, and I can't find the darned thing. All that I see is a bunch of lines and injectors, not a float or needle to be found.

 

[dragoneggs]

Bringing this zombie thread back from the dead again. I have a couple of tractor carbs which need cleaning and this seems like a worthwhile investment. Are those of you with the HF (Central Machinery) units still happy with them? Is there a better product that I can buy for $79.99? (Before the coupons)

I have the HF $79 unit and did buy it with a 25% off coupon. Works great and enjoy using it. I usually use vinegar and cycle it a few times. Easy to clean too.

 

[shaeff]

My buddy has one, he uses Simple Green in it. I had him clean the carb on my LJ500 (11hp Wisconsin Robin motor). It was loaded with gunk.

The Simple Green kinda pickles the aluminum, but the dang thing was spotless when I got it back. The main jet was stuck in the carb, didn’t want to risk stripping it so I left it in place for the cleaning.

When I put it all back together it ran perfectly upon turning the key. I’m planning to get one, I take lots of dirty crap apart.

 

[Oldpath05]

Yes, and I can't find the darned thing. All that I see is a bunch of lines and injectors, not a float or needle to be found.

:thumbsup: :laughing: