87 Spree stuck open throttle

[Spreeberg]

I have an 87 Spree in amazing condition. It was in storage for 25 years . It had 1 problem though . The throttle slide isn't going down all the way into the carb. I know its supposed to drop easily but its not . It is lined up perfect with the notch but when u look through opening on filter side you can see about 1/8 inch of it.. I wanted to see if there were any ideas before buying a new carb and slide .... Thank you in advance for any advice

[paulpauly7]

adjust the cable by the throttle

[Spreeberg]

I tried that a few different times it feels like its stuck

[Pete M]

You probably don't have the slide installed correctly. The long slot faces the engine and the one on the other side adjusts your idle speed. I would remove the cable nut on top of the carb and inspect it for proper fit. You will feel it when it goes in correct.

[Spreeberg]

I have put it in and take. It out more than 20 times . When its not in right it stops much shorter. I have it lined up perfect . I believe from reading other posts the little notch in the carb might be damaged so its stopping it from sliding down . I don't think it's fixable

[patthesoundguy]

That's serviceable I think someone just did it.

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[paulpauly7]

remove the cable from the slide and see if it seats all the way

[Spreeberg]

I finally fixed the problem I don't know why it was getting stuck but it goes all the way down now , thanks everyone