2000 BF40 carburetor problems

aironaut

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Help! My friend and I removed his carbs and had them 'rebuilt' at the repair shop. After reassembling everything, the motor still runs very rough...in fact, it will hardly run at idle speed. We tried synchronizing using a motorcycle vacuum set, but the needles are jumping around so much it seems somewhat futile. We have a manual (one of those that covers practically every Honda motor ever made!) but it's not much help. (If anyone knows of a manual that would actually provide detailed information about the carbs, I'd love to buy it.) Am I correct that there is only one adjustment - a low speed adjustment? Any and all recommendations would be appreciated. (Having the shop repair it costs a fortune since they have to drive about 40 miles and pull it out of the water.)
 

eipeldau

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Re: 2000 BF40 carburetor problems

Honda has issued a "Marine Carburetion Manual". I have it and it's great. It is sold by Helm Inc., as indicated at honda's website.

Henrique
 

aironaut

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Re: 2000 BF40 carburetor problems

Great! Does it get into adjustment, syncing, rebuilding, and all the good stuff? If so, I'll log on and order it.
 

eipeldau

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Re: 2000 BF40 carburetor problems

Sorry for this late reply.
Yes, it is very specific and complete. It even teaches a little bit of the physics involved in the carburetor's functioning. I highly recommend it.
I also recommend the engine's service manual. It will be a big help for removing the carb and a necessity for any future issues.
Good luck,
Henrique
 
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