Catch 22 LBDR Posted August 6, 2012 Share Posted August 6, 2012 Does anyone have an old Ferret B60 solex carb knocking about, does not have to be complete, I just need the main body. one of the main jets snapped off mine when I tried to clean it :cry: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Catch 22 LBDR Posted August 6, 2012 Author Share Posted August 6, 2012 http://www.ebay.ie/itm/170891180011?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1438.l2649#ht_500wt_1414 This one on ebay looks like a B80 carb not a B60, am I right? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
griff66 Posted August 6, 2012 Share Posted August 6, 2012 try bannisters wont be cheap though Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
landyandy Posted August 6, 2012 Share Posted August 6, 2012 http://www.ebay.ie/itm/170891180011?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1438.l2649#ht_500wt_1414 This one on ebay looks like a B80 carb not a B60, am I right? correct b80 carb Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FoolsHumor Posted August 7, 2012 Share Posted August 7, 2012 Could someone forgive my ignorance and please offer a brief description on the diffeence between a B60 and B80 carb? Thank You Bob Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marvinthemartian Posted August 7, 2012 Share Posted August 7, 2012 http://www.ebay.ie/itm/170891180011?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1438.l2649#ht_500wt_1414 This one on ebay looks like a B80 carb not a B60, am I right? I would guess B80 uses same type as B81 - Solex 40 NNIP. Mine looks like this... I think they are also used on the B60, so I reckon that is for a J60, as the whole carb is a different shape. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ferrettkitt Posted August 7, 2012 Share Posted August 7, 2012 (edited) Could someone forgive my ignorance and please offer a brief description on the diffeence between a B60 and B80 carb? Thank You Bob The B60 carb has a smaller throat and the accelerator diaphragms are behind a cover. The manifold connection is incorrect as well for a B60 on a Ferret. Edited August 7, 2012 by ferrettkitt Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Catch 22 LBDR Posted August 7, 2012 Author Share Posted August 7, 2012 Not to mention the B80 carb is a lot bigger too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marvinthemartian Posted August 8, 2012 Share Posted August 8, 2012 As far as I know the carbs are the same size, as both B60 and B80/1 use Solex 40 NNIP, had a look in Pat Wares book In National Service. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fv1609 Posted August 8, 2012 Share Posted August 8, 2012 From the RR workshop manual: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rover8FFR Posted August 8, 2012 Share Posted August 8, 2012 From the RR workshop manual: We can always rely on you Clive :-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Catch 22 LBDR Posted August 9, 2012 Author Share Posted August 9, 2012 Does anyone have an old Ferret B60 solex carb knocking about, does not have to be complete, I just need the main body. one of the main jets snapped off mine when I tried to clean it :cry: Some times the jet tower that is meant to be pressed in comes loose, I would settle for this part either. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fv1609 Posted August 9, 2012 Share Posted August 9, 2012 Might be able to help. Can you just identify the bit you are after by marking it on a picture? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johnny Posted August 9, 2012 Share Posted August 9, 2012 .... one of the main jets snapped off mine when I tried to clean it :cry: Apologies if it's a silly question, but is trying to get the broken jet out an option? I'm not familiar with these carbs so don't know how difficult it would be, or even if it's possible! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Catch 22 LBDR Posted August 9, 2012 Author Share Posted August 9, 2012 Apologies if it's a silly question, but is trying to get the broken jet out an option? I'm not familiar with these carbs so don't know how difficult it would be, or even if it's possible! They are not meant to be removed, but sometimes can come loose. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Catch 22 LBDR Posted August 9, 2012 Author Share Posted August 9, 2012 Might be able to help. Can you just identify the bit you are after by marking it on a picture? Left my parts catalogue at my dad's house:banghead:, wait out, pic to follow. Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fv1609 Posted August 9, 2012 Share Posted August 9, 2012 I meant just draw a squiggle or an arrow on a photo of the carb itself. I have several not so wonderful carbs here. If it is a small item I can just shove it in an envelope in a post box. But wrapping a larger item & making a special trip to a PO requires much more effort Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Diana and Jackie Posted August 9, 2012 Share Posted August 9, 2012 Quote from an online source : Correct size screw drivers and spanners only ,try leaving the carb to soak in paraffin for a week .I quite often warm the carb up by pouring hot water over it ,this is not always the answer but it does work for me . D&J Apologies if it's a silly question, but is trying to get the broken jet out an option? I'm not familiar with these carbs so don't know how difficult it would be, or even if it's possible! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Catch 22 LBDR Posted August 9, 2012 Author Share Posted August 9, 2012 Forgive my crude drawing. The tower/shaft comes up inside the centre of each of the large holes. It has a brass screw/jet in the top holding in a brass tube inside. the tower should be pressed in and is not meant to come out, but I got both of mine out easy enough. There is no part number for this item. I will try and scan the drawing from the parts catalogue and point it out better on Friday night. Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fv1609 Posted August 9, 2012 Share Posted August 9, 2012 Ok I'm with you I expect I can find a spare one of those. I could have done it today. But off to a show first thing tomorrow so will have to be Monday. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shroomer Posted August 27, 2012 Share Posted August 27, 2012 I think i saw a crate of these carbs kicking around at work? I will have a look tomorrow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shroomer Posted August 29, 2012 Share Posted August 29, 2012 I think they are 48NNIP's Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew S Posted September 1, 2012 Share Posted September 1, 2012 I have a spare solex 40 nnip carb. I am in the USA so postage may be pricey. It needs rebuilt but body is fine. Was removed from a Ferret. let me know if u need. Cheers, andrew Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Catch 22 LBDR Posted September 1, 2012 Author Share Posted September 1, 2012 Hi guys. Thanks for the help and advice, but I bit the bullet and got a new old stock carb for my ferret. If I can find a replacment jet tower or body for my old carb please let me know as I could overhaul it as a spare. Thanks Ross:D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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