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Carb plugs 1986 E15RCD

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Paul M in NJ

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What should I use to remove th

What should I use to remove them? Im going to use denatured alcohol to clean is that ok?
 
"Most everyone I know of, incl

"Most everyone I know of, including myself, uses mineral spirits.

Core plugs.... Keep in mind that under those core plugs are passageways with a floor so to speak. You do not want to poke anything too deep thru the plugs as that might damage the carburetor.

I use a center punch to cave the core plug in somewhat. Sopmetimes that's enough and the plugs is loose enough to shake out. If not, tap a sharp pointed scribe thru that indented center punch mark just far enough to pry it out."
 
Joe Thanks Mineral spirits it

Joe Thanks Mineral spirits it is Ill let you know when its running... or sooner!
 
"Joe, is mineral spirits safe

"Joe, is mineral spirits safe on the newer plastic carbs? Can you soak them in the stuff? Thanks!"
 
"Plastic carbs,are not suppose

"Plastic carbs,are not supposed to be soaked in anything!......we use de-carb to clean them."
 
"As JWB states, don't soak

"As JWB states, don't soak the plastic parts. I just brush them out good with the mineral spirits."
 
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