Honda Spree and Elite 50 Forums

its like a mirror image...i see no difference.

Ok, after re-reading everything, I think I see what the problem is. It's just that the threads on the carb are stripped. You have a couple of options.

• 1. Cut new threads and use a slightly larger diameter bolt that is the same length as the old bolt
  2. Find a VERY slightly longer bolt of the diameter as well as a thin nut to fit the bolt
  3. Get a new (or used) carb

If you're trying to use a bolt that is not at least 6mm, it will not fit correctly and you will have a big time leak. Depending on how badly the threads are stripped, you might not be able to seal the leak with option 2.

-aseigler

thanks a lot bro...im gonna push for option 2 right now, if not i'll go to 1...im leaving 3 for last resort....could i cut new threads by using a drill? or should i have that professionally done, i dont wanna add furhter ruins.

Don't use a drill. There is a special (cheap) tool necessary for cutting new threads. There is a catch though. If you try cutting new threads and it doesn't work, you'll have enlarged the intake pipe holes as well, so if it doesn't work and you have to go to option 3, you'll also have to get an intake pipe that hasn't been enlarged. I'd recommend against doing that. I'd try to get option 2 to work, if not, option 3.

-aseigler

Helicoil kit saved my stripped carb.

The thin nut trick works every time.
If you don't have one, just grind the surface on the bolt down so it fits between the carburetor flange and the carburetor body.
I've done this on many occasions.
you can use the same bolt instead of hunting or ordering a new one.
The bolt is about 4 times as hard as the aluminum flange, so it's the flange that gets stripped.
Over-tightening is the cause of the problem every time.
I'm sure the toque specs will verify that it only a couple of pounds needed to tighten. In fact a 4- 6mm bolt requires only 2-4 foot lbs of torque.
That's hardly a flick of you wrist.
Try it and let me know.

you mean nut?

I stand corrected.
Thanks

I wasnt able to find a nut thin enough to fit in that little gap...i purchased a slightly thicker bolt....i bought two different ones, to fit the right lengths, I instantly felt a huge difference when mounting it....it just finished my test run, they're holding beautifully, and my spree is actually running better then when i first bought it...thank you guys for all your help.

It's a good feeling when it all comes together and running great.
Happy scootin.