Why dont you consider having yours restored? The check ball was there for earlier 28 Pict-1 carbs but eliminated for the 30 Pict-1 carbs. -2 & 30 PICT-1 20 PICT-2, -3 & 34 PICT-3 Page - 1 2: All upright: English: John But, there will be no Power Fuel Supple Nozzle in the top, of coursemeaning that the top will block gasoline from exiting the 105-1 bottom Power Fuel Supply drilling. VW Solex Carburetor 30 PICT 3 For Air-Cooled Volkswagen. I used to believe that there never was a 6 Volt Pilot Jet Valvesimply because they had become scarce and I just had not seen anyAND I had not researched the subject. Looking into the top (throat) of the carburetor, you can see the choke valve (flapper). Hello, MarkI am glad to hear from you from Belgium! Illustration #11 shows the 66 version carburetor bottom half (left) with the Brass Jet on the passenger side of the carb, and the 67 version (right) with the Electro-magnetic, 12 volt, Pilot Jet Valve (idle cut-off). Thank you for taking time to read the Article and to Comment! Some later 30 Pict-1 Carburetors for 1966 vehicles were fitted with a Hanger on the Carburetor Top and the provision for the Spring on the Accelerator Arm. It had been sitting for over 5 years collecting dust. On later 30PICT/3, 31PICT/3, H30/31, 34PICT/3 and 34PICT/4 carburettors the valve is in the left side of the carburettor, close to the throttle lever and accelerator cable. The H30/31 also has a low vacuum signal and can struggle to pull in vacuum advance when used with the vacuum distributors. Turn the little arm loose to see where the choke valve will come to rest. is bolted to the top of the Intake Manifold, a metal tube
Rob responded - In my experience 30PICT/2 is one of the most reliable Solex carburettors (others don't like them). Back shortly. Any residual gasoline simply would flow back into the bowl and would have no effect upon performance. Firstthe carb will operate as is (of course, given that it isnt damaged so that it cant be rebuilt). There certainly were. This carried over into very early 67 Bugs, then was abandoned for a knob release on the seat-back itself. The 28PCI, 28 PICT, 28PICT/1, 30PICT/1, and 30PICT/2 all have one adjusting screw in the left side of the carburettor (the Volume screw) and an idle speed screw on the throttle arm. Thanks for the additional info. So i just want to know if the check ball under the brass jet-plug who leads to the pfs dispensing tube is necessary. Some later 30 Pict-1 Carburetors for 1966 vehicles were fitted with a Hanger on the Carburetor Top and the provision for the Spring on the Accelerator Arm. If so, how does one join, as I cant find anything on the site to do so. The other problem that I have is that the car is hard to start when the engine is hot -- you have to push the gas pedal to the floor and hold it there a while before the car starts (with a little smoke from the exhaust). The 1600cc DP can flow more air than the 1600cc SP and smaller engines. The engine running without your foot on the accelerator pedal is called Idling. The idle jet should be a size 55, and power jet size 65. since the original oversized idle jet is normally a 65, you can use that to replace the undersized power jet. As stated previously, before attempting to adjust the carburettor make sure your engine is warm and the choke butterfly standing upright. Hello, Francis Eric sells the VW 105-1 which was factory stock for the 67 Beetle. I also have an extra 34PICT/3 carburettor from an old '74 that I parted out. Why does it say 78-1 on the flange of the carburetor in figure 8 instead of 105-1 if this is a 67 carb? The outlet ball is accessible once you remove the. It caught some other people off-guard, as well. Thank you for stimulating our collective brains! Turn it in slowly until it bottoms. Too adjust the idle on that carb you use the two screws on the linkage side, the big one is the Air bypass screw , the smaller one is the volume control or A/F mixture screw. 0 Members and 1 Guest are viewing this topic. Carburetor For Score Approved Volkswagen Beetle, Vw Bug Applications. What is the reason for applying the 83-1 top to the 105-1 throttle body? Easy to order at Paruzzi classic Volkswagen supplies via Referncia Paruzzi: 32115, Volkswagen referncia 341129881C 1. Thank you for signing up! :). I speculate that this carb might have been a factory replacement unit. I thoroughly enjoyed your article and precise style of writing! Just found youre web site.
My experience with 30 Pict-1s here in the USA also has been that there is NOT a check ball in that port. Follow the fuel supply line down from the top of the carburettor to just below the Distributor (the round orange or black thing with five heavy wires protruding from the top of it). Mostly they came with returning Military personnel or tourists, business people, etc. Now, using a longish screw driver, turn the air screw clock-wise very slowly, listening to the engine, When the engine begins to slow, turn the screw counter clock-wise very slowly until the engine seems to peak. My apologies for not showing the VW 105-1.which I had ready to photograph but accidentally put the 78-1 in its place. The sunroof is a real jewel to add to the car! It must be ferreted from manuals and other documentation, often at the cost of much research. If it is not, it may be a Replacement carb for the 105-1 carb. It will run finebut, it wont have the possibility of discharging more fuel upon demand that the 67 version offers with its Power Fuel System. IAP . Mark, you are most generous with your commentsthank you. If left to its own devices, the engine will die. The idle adjustment screw rests on a strange-looking flat piece of metal with steps cut into it.
I continue to learn! Have you checked and gapped the plugs lately? jay. Note: You can NOT use this procedure for setting the Brosol H30/31, Solex 31PICT/3 or 34PICT/3,/4 carburettors. Thanks again Jay. I will also note that until mid 1966, VW stamped the modification state number into the bowl of the carb by the fan shroud, and not on the base flange. Motor is a 1961 1200 cc. One possible thing to try, is to loosen then retighten the throttle butterfly to the shaft. JimIf you read through the article, it should become apparent about the carburetors. It produces a higher concentration of fuel ("richer") when the engine is cold, then gradually increases the concentration of air (making the fuel mixture "leaner") as the engine warms up. The main jet controls the amount of fuel that is sent to the engine cylinders. Throttle Shaft Bushings
Unfortunately hes in his 80s and suffering with dementia/alzheimers and doesnt remember even owning a VW bug. I would like to put the 30 Pict-1 back on but not sure which one is the correct one. Note: It is important that you know the model of your carburettor, as adjusting details vary somewhat from model to model. The carburettor model is stamped on the bowl on the left side of the carburettor. The screw on the throttle arm, which faces to the rear of the car is called the Fast Idle Adjuster. Hi Jay, Grts Mark. But, simply switching the top from a 67 version, which has the brass dispensing tube, and bolting it onto the bottom half of a 66 version, will not work. I apologize for the confusion. Im sure others will chime in as well. Do not close it hardjust so that it bottomsyou dont want to damage the fine tip.. Now, turn the screw out 1-1/2 to 2 full turns. Also, the 28-series carbs usually have a larger jet in the power fuel system than the 30 series when used with the check ball in the carb body, its delivery was limited somewhat. Solex 30PICT-2 Carburetor VW Volkswagen Beetle Bug. Mikuni phh automotive carburetors. Matchup
I don't quite understand what you are trying to achieve though ? 46-1 (Ghia) and 47-1 (Bug) use the Early Return Spring System you say the car is running well (except for maybe a slight choke adjustment), and your fuel economy is about right for that engine/carburettor combination In US gallons, 25-28 mpg for the single-port 1500/1600cc engine with 30PICT/2 carburettor. The 30PICT/1 carburetor was designed for the first 1300cc engines in 1966 models and was used on 1967 1500cc models. I made a statement in my article saying that it would take much investigation to determine the differences for carburetors for Karmann Ghias, T-2s and Beetles both in the USA and abroad. 30-Pict 1 Carb Installation. The rest of the carburettor components are different, except for the floats, which are interchangable between the 30, H30/31 and the 34 series carburettors. These have a 24mm throat. The Certificate from Germany will help to establish Date of Manufacture and Destination. Based upon this new information, I dug through my supplies of carbs until I found and separated those from 1966 (1300 engines) and those from the 1967 1500 engines (note that I am speaking about vehicles specifically exported from Germany into the USA through dealerships). ZU VERKAUFEN! Jim. Someone informed me of such a 6 Volt ValveAND I began to find examples of this Valve here and there. Difference between 34 PICT and 30 PICT? Screw this screw completely into the carb. Made in W. Germany. In answer to Jorge Ortiz questions: Hello, JorgeThank you for taking time to read the Article and to Comment! Thanks for visiting us! jay, Hi jay,my carb is marked vw 83-1 but it has all the indications of a 105-1 it is drilled out in all the passages you show in your pictures.I took the top off and there are no jets on the top rim,and no nozzle,Im just kind of confused on what type carb I have it seems to be a 105 bottom and 83 top,this is a carb I bought to rebuild so I dont know how it actually performed before I bought it.Thanks, Ah. Jay, Then, drill from the rim of the throat into that casting from the top. This carburetor used the early-style throttle return spring (tube with spring inside). The accelerator pump is pulling fuel from the bowl. Intake Manifold
Is there a solenoid . Engine is a 1200cc year of manufacture 1961. Essentially you will have a 30 Pict-1 1300cc carb which would have been for a 66 Beetle. The Mexican BoCar carbs are inherently faulty from the factory. I started Air-Cooled Artifacts (previously, 1967beetle.com and Lane Russell). So great to see a 1967 only site. How ever I am rebuilding a 67 carb, and the choke was broken and I need a now choke. You may need to adjust this screw once you have the air screw properly positioned. Keep enjoying your 67 Beetle! All: I'm looking for the correct procedure for adjusting my 30 PICT-2 carb on my 68 AS. 30/31 PICT-3 Type 1 & 2 Bug Bus Ghia. These carbs have a 22.5mm throat. Now that it is determined that mine is a 12 volt 67 carb. Rob wrote - The normal VW carburettors have just one throat (venturi). It had NO check ball in the PFS. So.. Lets talk about how to properly install one. It has some marking on it. The 30 PICT-1 carburetor differs . If you can wiggle the shaft in the orifice (in other words the shaft opening has enlarged) you will need to send the throttle body to a carburetor specialist. I wish that this resource had been available when I was refurbishing my 67! Besides the engines (1300-1500) and carbs was there any other significant differences between the 66 and the 67 beetle? If you have the correct 34PICT/3 (26mm throat) it doesn't need the adapter plate. Did the 105-1 carb come stock on the 1500 Euro 67 ? This carburetor has been Baja tested, and is SCORE approved. Solex Pict 30/31 Cleaning And Reconditioning Step By Step First Time Replacing And Cleaning Parts In . Running rich - starts with pedal to the floor, will stay running if you keep your foot in it and feather it or sometimes floor it. All these 30 and 31 series carburettors ( 1200cc, 1300cc, 1500cc, and 1600cc engines)
This means that it has not been drilled, then had the end plugged. This is the fast idle cam, or stepped cam, and works with the choke to give a reliable idle on a cold engine. It is the origional carb. Stay tuned to 1967beetle.com! Hi, FrankIt was my pleasure to review for the Readers of 1967beetle.com what I had been studying. This is always open (it's called a "constant venturi" carburettor), so there is a huge variation in the amount of vacuum at the venturi, depending on how open the butterfly is, and of course the engine speed. Jeff, so you can put a 1967 pic 30 pict on 1966 bug ?but not vise a versa ? car-workshop-manuals-vw-beetle 1/6 Downloaded from uniport.edu.ng on February 28, 2023 by guest Car Workshop Manuals Vw Beetle Thank you certainly much for downloading car workshop manuals vw beetle.Most . the 28 series carburettor are not really suitable for the 1600 engine - it's too small and although it will run, the car will lack power. the carburettor down to the sides of the engine, where it attaches
To answer your question about the check ball beneath the brass plug in the bowl of the carburetoryes..that ball is essential. Fast Idle screw which works with the stepped cam to set the idle speed with the choke on. Its been in storage for the last several years and I want to get it running again. My chart shows that the 83-1 did not have the PFS. Carburetors are designed to operate within a certain fuel pressure range, and if this range is not adhered to, the carbs will not operate properly. Is this the stamping on the drivers side of the lower flange? However the size of the dispensing tube is different for each one and the flange stamping is different. Thanks guys. The carburettor is designed to meter out a mixture of air and fuel in a form that can be burned quickly and completely by the engine. Carburetor Repair Kit. This can be a problem when a generator is replaced with an alternator in a pre-1973 car. The 30 PICT-1 carburetor was first introduced with the new, larger displacement 1300 engine on the VW beetle for the 1966 model year. Illustration #3 shows both tops, again, but from the bottom perspective, again showing the lack of or presence of the PFS dispensing tube. Carburettor rebuild / Mikuni Solex Part 1 Haynes vs. Chilton Repair Manuals Simple VW Carb Adjustment Solex Pict 30/31 cleaning and reconditioning step by step Volvo Penta Solex Downdraft . Search Close Menu Close Classifieds. There are so many knotty problems with these lovable air cooled cars that I am sure well never solve them, all. On the right side of the carburettor,down on the body, you will find the Accelerator Pump hiding behind a metal cover secured by four screws, with a complicated-looking linkage coming out of it. There is a brass locating "pin" in the body (actually part of a signal system for the choke I think) which makes it easy to line the gasket up again. This carburetor is now SCORE approved for classes 1-2/1600, 5/1600, 9, 11. Its whatever electrical you install into it. Regards, For complete combustion, the fuel/air mixture must be supplied in a vapor, with no liquid droplets (remember, liquid fuel won't burn). And because we of 1967Beetle.com are concerned with Beetles, and, specifically 1967 Beetles, my comparisons will be limited to the 66 and 67 Beetle versions of the 30 Pict-1 carburetors. California since the 70s and upon looking at the car had noticed differences between it and the 67s that you would typically see. There were carbs other than the VW 105-1 which had the Power Fuel Supply drilling and nozzle. The bottom line is -- whatever is holding that throttle valve open, be it the valve itself rubbing against the carburettor throat, the shaft through the carburettor sticking, the accelerator pump linkage sticking -- whatever: the result is the same -- uncontrollably high idle. The non-PFS 66 version, on the left, is stamped VW 83-1 on the manifold flange. As for the 6 Volt Pilot Jet ValveI have 2 or 3 and I think that they operate. The gasket will be squeezed when you firmly tighten the nuts equally. I dont have too much hope that the 30 Pict-1 is going to get the job done. 2 - Assembly Easy Explanation of Solex Carburettor How . He was sorting thru his Haflinger parts and came across a cool old plastic gas can that fits in the spare tire and a 30 pict 1 carburetor. 7. solex 30 pict-1 accelerator pump operation. (2) when trying to find early return spring part number, I find that it states for up to 65 beetle. You mention the number codes on the flange. Brazilian Solex uses the name Brosol, instead. However, the purist in me kept my mouth shut. Back out turn more, or until the . And an extra bit of performance if we are using the wrong model. Another person wrote wondering whether a smaller (i.e., 28PICT) carburetor would help to resolve his dieing at idle problem. Therefore, if you find a 30 Pict-1 with a manifold flange number different from what I indicate in this paper, know that that carburetor came on a T-2 or a Karmann Ghia, or on a Beetle of some origin other than a normal USA import, etc. There is only one screw on the drivers side of the carb. brass sleeve holding the pump nozzle in place. My Chart tells me this: Hopefully the gasket between the carburetor base and the manifold flange comes with the carburetor. The H30/31 Brosol carburettor can run the 1600cc engine OK, but it MUST be jetted correctly. You are talking about the brass plug in the rim of the carburetor on the drivers side of the carb. I hope that I have covered the bases. The Power Fuel System Dispensing Nozzle for the VW 105-1 would be 0.50 with no check ball. 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