1955 7.hp carb question

[cvflats]

so i have a carburetor rebuild kit for my 1955 7.5hp and i notice that it does not have a fuel filter bowl gasket. actually no kit i have seen online has one. the one that was in there originally is ok..a few cracks but not too brittle...but obviously i would like a new one. Also, do i need a new fuel filter element? where do i find this? one more question - the packing washers that were in the needle holes are rotted and stuck to the carburetor. any suggestions on getting them completley off? thanks

 

[wbeaton]

Re: 1955 7.hp carb question

The filter bowl gasket is part number BRP 303122 and is available from your dealer for about $4. Spray the filter with carb cleaner and blow out with compressed air. I use a pick and a small slotted screw driver to remove all the old packing. Be very careful not to score anything. I've had some that were so bad that it took a shot of gasket remover to remove them.

 

[cvflats]

Re: 1955 7.hp carb question

what website do you order your parts from? im having trouble finding that particular part. thanks

 

[wbeaton]

Re: 1955 7.hp carb question

I get mine from my local dealer or online from places like iboats.