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Weber 30 DICA Correct Float Level

Searching on eBay is like the digital age’s version of scouring junk yards. I found a rebuild kit on eBay for the Weber 30 DIC and I wondered if it would work on the 30 DICA. In fast I have … Continue reading →

Posted on June 26, 2012 by Scott Slusser
Posted in The Project | Tagged Carburetor, Fuel System, Weber

Weber Carburetor Model Codes

All Weber carburetors carry a model number stamped at the base of the carburetor on its mounting flange or on the top cover. A Weber carb is designated with a series of numbers, then letters, then sometimes, more numbers. The … Continue reading →

Posted on June 18, 2012 by Scott Slusser
Posted in The Project | Tagged Carburetor, Fuel System, Weber

Some Carburetor Theory – Part 4

Carburetor Icing And Heat Carburetor icing is an icing condition which can affect any carburetor under certain atmospheric conditions. While it applies to all carburetors, it is only really a problem in association with piston-powered aircraft, particularly small single-engined light … Continue reading →

Posted on June 16, 2012 by Scott Slusser
Posted in The Project | Tagged Carburetor, Fuel System, Theory, Weber

Some Carburetor Theory – Part 3

Carburetor adjustment Too much fuel in the fuel-air mixture is referred to as too “rich”; not enough fuel is too “lean”. The “mixture” is normally controlled by adjustable screws on an automotive carburetor, or a pilot-operated lever on piston-engined aircraft … Continue reading →

Posted on June 15, 2012 by Scott Slusser
Posted in The Project | Tagged Carburetor, Fuel System, Theory, Weber

Some Carburetor Theory – Part 2

A carburetor basically consists of an open pipe, a “throat” or “barrel” through which the air passes into the inlet manifold of the engine. The pipe is in the form of a venturi — it narrows in section and then … Continue reading →

Posted on June 14, 2012 by Scott Slusser
Posted in The Project | Tagged Carburetor, Fuel System, Theory, Weber

Some Carburetor Theory – Part 1

All gasoline engines need to burn fuel in order to operate. Contrary to popular belief, liquid gasoline does not burn – only vapor burns – so the liquid must be converted to vapor before it enters the combustion chamber. Enter … Continue reading →

Posted on June 13, 2012 by Scott Slusser
Posted in The Project | Tagged Carburetor, Fuel System, Theory, Weber

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