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[JamesC]

Hi there

 

I have a 1966 MK1 Super Deluxe fitted with what I now believe to be a 1275 A+ Metro block, as I have been working with the carburettor and ignition system.The engine has an electronic ignition (Metro distributor cap).

 

I am having trouble removing the SU carburettor (mounted on a Mini Sport inlet manifold) from its mounts because of the bulkhead. Is there a trick to removing the carburettor from its mount? Can someone advise?

 

 

Cheers

James

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[David128]

Try removing engine steady or steadies and tip engine slightly you may have to release exhaust clamp

[pdaykin]

I normally remove to inlet manifold with the carb still attached

[Craig89]

I do the same, remove it together with the manifold. Sometimes the carb to manifold nuts have to be loosened in order to wiggle it all out

[GraemeC]

And remove the rear inlet elbow

[JamesC]

Thank you for the very quick replies, I will take a look next time I'm in the garage. 

[RHDmini74]

I was just doing this the other day. Take off the carb and manifold together, its easier. take off the 4 nuts that hold on the inlet manifold and center exhaust manifold and it should come right off.

[Alex_B]

If you still struggle then remove the manifold studs and that will allow you to lift it straight up rather than fighting the studs.