1985 Suzuki Quadrunner LF180T - Running Issues

[spitfire]

Finally got the beast to run. However it will not run unless the choke is on the half to full position. After it starts with the choke on, it idles without any rpm change. Nice and smooth. Would appreciate some help.

[oxidized_black]

you may need to fine tune your carb cleaning ... sounds like you almost have it !!

[spitfire]

Thanks for the reply. I actually have three project quads - lf180 - lf160 - lf250. I did a lot of quading in years gone by. But they were much newer than these project quads that I am working on, so I didn't really have to do any rebuilding. I do understand the basics but need help from time to time. Just a question, are there any quad salvage shops in your area. I live just outside of Lethbridge and there is nothing here for parts of older quads? Thanks again. - Mike

[oxidized_black]

i haven't seen any where i am but i know they exist in edmonton and calgary ...

The Sled Parlor - Used and Aftermarket Snowmobile and ATV/Quad Parts - Calgary Salvage & Wreckers

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Ron's Snowmobile & ATV Salvage - PO Box 1336, High Prairie, AB

in ontario ...

http://www.btsp.ca/

[oxidized_black]

alot of times these atv salvage yards are like the car/truck salvage yards going coast to coast with their inventories .... and your could always talk to one and they may give you some info and if someone has a bunch hidden in a barn somewhere ...

kijiji and ebay host alot of parts too

[oxidized_black]

here's a service manual for the '85-90 230 and 250 if you don't have. might be able to shed some light on your issues and your other bikes ...

http://rapidshare.com/files/3408466380/1985%20-%201990%20Suzuki%20LT230%20%26%20LT250%20Service%20Manual.pdf

[spitfire]

Thanks for all the info. If you are ever down in the sunny south, give me a shout. Your info will be put to good use. Thanks again

[oxidized_black]

Thanks !!!

Heading down to Edmonton the middle of next month with the ex and the kids for the weekend ...

a little warmer (i hope) and civilization too

[spitfire]

Thanks for the manual. Got it running without the choke tonight. Took a rip around the neighborhood. Needs a few minor adjustments including a sticky throttle cable. Just about got the neighbors fence. Going to take for a spin around Keho Lake on Sunday with the dogs. One down two to go. Many thanks for the help.