Vanguard OHV V-Twin User Manual page 94

Inspect Carburetor
Inspect all parts for wear, cracks, nicks and burrs.
Inspect float for leaks. Replace damaged parts.
Assemble Carburetor
When assembling carburetor, use new seals and
gaskets.
1. Install new throttle shaft seal (3) with sealing lip
out, Fig. 68.
2. Install throttle shaft (2) with spacer (1).
NOTE: Install one throttle plate (4) at a time. Check
throttle shaft for freedom of operation after
installing each throttle plate.
NOTE: Use LOCTITE 222 on screw threads (5).
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Fig. 68
3. Install new choke shaft seal (9), Fig. 69 with
sealing lip out.
4. Install choke shaft (8).
5. Install choke plate (7).
NOTE: Check shaft for freedom of operation after
installing plate.
NOTE: Use LOCTITE 222 on screw threads (6).
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Fig. 69
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6. Assemble inlet needle (11) to float (10). Install
float assembly to carburetor body, Fig. 70.
Install float hinge pin (12) from throttle lever
(13) side.
NOTE: Be sure float hinge pin is flush with float
support or hinge pin will interfere with lower
body.
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Fig. 70
7. Install new welch plugs (16) with 5/16" (8 mm)
punch, Fig. 71.
8. Use a sealant such as Permatex #2 or nail
polish on outside diameter of plug to prevent air
leaks.
9. Install idle mixture screws (14) and springs (15).
NOTE: DO NOT tighten screws. DO NOT install
limiter caps at this time.
Fig. 71
10. Install pilot jets (17), Fig. 72.
11. Install fuel bowl drain screw (19) and spring (18).
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