Where to Adjust the Carburetor for Fuel Efficiency?

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OGrace
07/30/25 2:28am
When adjusting the carburetor, you can appropriately lower the fuel level in the float chamber, reduce the diameter of the main jet, and lower the main needle of the carburetor to actively decrease fuel supply, thereby achieving fuel efficiency. Below are specific methods for carburetor fuel efficiency: 1. Different methods: The main jet comes in two types—fixed and adjustable with a screw needle. For a fixed main jet, you can wrap one or two thin copper wires inside the jet to reduce fuel flow. For an adjustable type, first screw the needle all the way in, then rotate it counterclockwise about one and a half turns. The goal is to reasonably lower the mixture concentration while ensuring stable engine operation. The car should not experience jerking during acceleration or carburetor backfire. Multiple adjustments may be needed to reach an optimal level. 2. Throttle control: The throttle opening within two-thirds is the leanest and most fuel-efficient state for the mixture. When pressing the accelerator, the carburetor has a piston-type enrichment device that instantly sprays fuel, designed to enhance engine stability during acceleration. When the throttle is fully open, the carburetor opens a second fuel supply channel to enrich the mixture, allowing the engine to produce maximum power. Generally, try not to press the accelerator pedal all the way down to save fuel.
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