Idle Screw Loose (Was "Hi Guys")

Filip Trpeski · 02-16-2008

Hi guys,

I have one little problem with my carb. When I finished with adjusting screws (2 of them, 1- for gasoline, 2- for air) it is ok. Everything is fine, but after driving for a while, they loosen and the carb isn't working well. A solution how to fix this problem will be from a great help.

PS: Coming Soon - this summer pics from my ascona!!!

Mike Trout · 02-16-2008

Hmm depending on wether you want to keep that carb a while or not check to see if the carb is damaged where the screws go in and maybe try bigger screw or replace the carb or put a dab of an epoxy in there then set them to where you want them and just hold it there until it dries, i know its kinda redneck but thats all I coudl think of for you right now

Mike,

markandson · 02-16-2008

You could try Blue Loctite if it is available to you, it will tighten up the threads but still allow you to turn the screw.

dallasmanta · 02-17-2008

Or use perma- gasket #2 which dries pliable so you can adjust it too.

Filip Trpeski · 02-17-2008

I think i will manage to find out sth like that. Thanks

gr_diver · 02-17-2008

Just a thought: those screws should have a sealing o-ring, and depending on the carb's version !possibly! springs. Are these in place? Both these (o-rings and springs) add a good amount of friction that prevents the screws from backing-out...

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Filip Trpeski Opeler Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Macedonia, Tetovo Posts: 9	Unanswered: Idle Screw Loose (Was "Hi Guys") Hi guys, I have one little problem with my carb. When I finished with adjusting screws (2 of them, 1- for gasoline, 2- for air) it is ok. Everything is fine, but after driving for a while, they loosen and the carb isn't working well. A solution how to fix this problem will be from a great help. PS: Coming Soon - this summer pics from my ascona!!! Last edited by tekenaar; 02-17-2008 at 02:42 PM. Reason: problem it will

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Mike Trout Italian opel owner Join Date: May 2005 Location: Meadville, Pennsylvania Posts: 277 Provided Answers: 1	Hmm depending on wether you want to keep that carb a while or not check to see if the carb is damaged where the screws go in and maybe try bigger screw or replace the carb or put a dab of an epoxy in there then set them to where you want them and just hold it there until it dries, i know its kinda redneck but thats all I coudl think of for you right now Mike, __________________ Your Civic may have 1.6 Liters, But My Mountain Dew has 2.

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Filip Trpeski Opeler Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Macedonia, Tetovo Posts: 9	I think i will manage to find out sth like that. Thanks Last edited by tekenaar; 02-17-2008 at 02:25 PM. Reason: ménage . . . a trois? ;-)

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gr_diver Senior Contributor Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Greece Posts: 540	Just a thought: those screws should have a sealing o-ring, and depending on the carb's version !possibly! springs. Are these in place? Both these (o-rings and springs) add a good amount of friction that prevents the screws from backing-out... __________________ '78 Opel Ascona B 1.6SR ______________R.I.P.____________

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dallasmanta Dallasmanta Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: dallas texas Posts: 189 Real Name: Ron	Or use perma- gasket #2 which dries pliable so you can adjust it too.

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