25-02-2019, 07:16 PM
(This post was last modified: 25-02-2019, 07:17 PM by Reckless Rat.)
Unleaded fuel, if left to evaporate tends to cause sticky resinous residue which can cause havoc with fuel systems, and it can be a bugger to shift. I always whenever possible, allow motors to run with the fuel switched off until they conk out through lack of fuel so that carb systems are left dry, if there is a likelyhood of extended periods of non-use. Just recently I recommissioned a lawnmower that had lain untouched in my garage attic for the best part of 10 years. I drained the oil and refilled, cleaned the spark plug and added some fresh fuel. After priming the carb it started first pull.
I also have a Honda Melody Mini moped which I've had since the mid 1980s. This gets used probably once every couple of years when the grandkids come visiting. I dragged it out of its dust and cobwebs yesterday, pumped up the tyres, turned on the petrol and it started second kick. The unleaded in the tank has been there for years. I gave it a blast up and down the lane to warm it up, turned off the petrol when I got home and left it ticking over until it ran dry. Hopefully it'll start again next time, just like it always does (that's Honda for you). This little moped is apparently quite rare. According to DVLA there's only 1 left. (not mine because I haven't taxed it since 1992)
I have to admit I have never experienced the stale fuel problems that other forum members have mentioned, but my A7 doesn't sit idle for long periods, even in winter. I use it regularly and as often as I can.
I shall have a go tomorrow and see if the Velosolex will start...
I also have a Honda Melody Mini moped which I've had since the mid 1980s. This gets used probably once every couple of years when the grandkids come visiting. I dragged it out of its dust and cobwebs yesterday, pumped up the tyres, turned on the petrol and it started second kick. The unleaded in the tank has been there for years. I gave it a blast up and down the lane to warm it up, turned off the petrol when I got home and left it ticking over until it ran dry. Hopefully it'll start again next time, just like it always does (that's Honda for you). This little moped is apparently quite rare. According to DVLA there's only 1 left. (not mine because I haven't taxed it since 1992)
I have to admit I have never experienced the stale fuel problems that other forum members have mentioned, but my A7 doesn't sit idle for long periods, even in winter. I use it regularly and as often as I can.
I shall have a go tomorrow and see if the Velosolex will start...