The New And Improved Unofficial R65 Forum V2

Technical Discussion => BMW Technical Q&A, Primarily R65 => Topic started by: BooG on October 08, 2008, 08:21:36 AM

Title: Carb o rings
Post by: BooG on October 08, 2008, 08:21:36 AM

When installing new carb o rings, do people put them on dry, or with some sort of grease?
Ta!

Title: Re: Carb o rings
Post by: Justin B. on October 08, 2008, 09:21:30 AM

I would lightly lubricate them.  I have used silicone based oils/greases, motor oil, etc.

Title: Re: Carb o rings
Post by: Allred on October 08, 2008, 11:01:05 AM

+1 on the lube.  I used vaseline when I rebuilt carbs on Chica-tita last June.  

Lube is particularly helpful when rolling the "O" rings over the head/threads of idle needle and needle jet holder, etc.  Helps them slide into place with less chance of catching or tearing during installation.   After the rings are in the proper space, wipe off any excess lube.

Works for me.