CA-1 Carb

[17thairborne]

Not having much luck with the final carb disassembly. I'm using the TM recommended procedure, but many of the screws and plugs are frozen. I don't want to strip the threads. Progress is much slower that I figured. Just goes to show the adage for rebuilding; Nothing works on the first attempt, it takes 2 times the estimated cost and 3 times the estimated time and you will always be left with at least 4 extra parts left over

[17thairborne]

With every day, with every page of research I find I learn yet another seemingly insignificant but impactful detail about MV restoration. Here is an example:

With Regard to the dissasembly of the Carburetor: The TM states: Before removing the throttle plate read note "A" on p. 22 then proceed to remove the throttle plate screws, plate and shaft assembly. I read the note which does not mention anything about riveted or peened screws. After following the instructions for note "A" I completely striped one of the screws and barely got the other one out leaving a half-assed dissassembly with some damage (DANG IT AGAIN!)

What i found in the Zenith 161 Series manual, (not the Military TM) which I searched feverishly for after the fact, is the following: File off riveted or peened end of throttle plate screws (68) flush with throttle shaft. Use care not to damage throttle plate or throttle bore. (Oh I get it, the screws are peened in and unless you file them down on the back side they will not simply screw out!!

Note to self: Unless you have a great tutor, long-standing hands-on experience, or clairvoyance, get the correct manuals/procedures and read them about 5 times so you understand what needs to be done before you take one thing apart.

Okay...I'll be better next time!

[17thairborne]

I love it when Parts come in! The USPS guy is always wondering why I'm so happy to see him! Today my parts for the carb arrived. brand new, NOS Zenith stuff right outta the box. Have I mentioned how much I love this hobby.