Petrol Tank, Carbs and Thermostat

Drained fuel tank and removed. Replaced and changed Jubilee clips. Using a jack really makes the job a lot easier. Blew compressed air through the system. Removed plumbing between fuel pump and carbs. Removed carbs. Soaked the carbs in the petrol I had drained earlier on. The washing up brush was ideal for the job, although it won't be washing any plates again. With the plumbing out of the way, I was able to remove the thermostat housing and extract the two 5mm Allen bolts that had sheared with a pair of mole grips.

Cleaned most of the oil and grime off the carbs and left them to soak in petrol overnight. Removed the needles and cleaned them with very fine wire wool and petrol.

Tomorrow I hope to get the engine running again and put all the doors back on.