Accelerator pump linkage problem

[gturner008]

Solex, 1967 912.

The right hand carb - I’ve noticed the link from the accelerator pump has fallen out of the hole. No pump action. Lots of popping and backfire.

I’m guessing there’s a little hole in the L shaped rod that has a securing pin? Access is really tight. Is there any way of fitting the pin without removing the carb? Any advice welcome. Thanks

[SeanP]

It’s easier to remove the carb. The right hand one is the easier of the two to remove.

Pops and bangs could be air leaks, running rich, or un balanced carbs

[gturner008]

Good advice. Many thanks. I think I can feel an air leak by the inlet manifold when it backfires and puffs.

I’ll take I off and check it out. Thanks again. Gary

[gturner008]

Sorted. Gasket was leaking. Easy to remove carb, fix link and get it back on. No we bd smooth and no backfiring. Happy!