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Novarossi carburettor on wrong side

Old 04-18-2010, 01:09 PM
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Hi,

I just bougth this Novarossi engine:
http://www.jespares.com/nitro-models...4&keyword=2010

The carburator is on the wrong side and when I install it on my XB808 it doesnt seem to fit right. I am new to this so please help

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Old 04-18-2010, 01:13 PM
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hi have had no experience with that motor but is there any reason why you cant take the carby off and turn it around?
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Old 04-18-2010, 01:17 PM
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Originally Posted by yuppi1
hi have had no experience with that motor but is there any reason why you cant take the carby off and turn it around?
To be honest I have never even started a nitro engine in my life let alone change the carburettor. I will try if I know its possible
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What you need to do is loosen the pinch bolt that holds the carb on the motor. Then gently pull the carb off and turn it the right way. Make sure not to tear the O-rings on the carb when you pull it on and put it back on.
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Originally Posted by shanty140
What you need to do is loosen the pinch bolt that holds the carb on the motor. Then gently pull the carb off and turn it the right way. Make sure not to wreck the O-rings on the carb when you pull it on and put it back on.
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also just take your time and be patient, you will it get it
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Thank you all for your help....I just did it like you said
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Old 04-18-2010, 01:57 PM
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put oil (non petroleum , synthetic) on any area where there is an oring when reassembling . what kind of engine ? does it hapen to be novarossi n21r limited?
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