I tried this method (http://gstwins.com/gsboard/index.php?topic=24036.0") to remove the stuck emulsion tube and piston guide. THIS IS A VERY BAD IDEA (sorry Mike). The tensile strength of the plastic piston guide is low. It broke where it attaches to the emulsion tube.
So now I need a piston guide. This is not enumerated in the fiches. Anybody have an extra, or know where I can get one?
Edit: Oh, and to get it out, get a brass punch of the appropriate diameter, put it in the hole where the main jet is located, and hit it a few times with the palm of your hand.
Edit: Alternatively, does anyone know the type of plastic or the best method for gluing the plastic?
They're not in the IPC because they're considered a part of the carb body. You can't order them separately according to my dealer.
What I suggest you do is call a few dealers to see if they have one, or look for a used carb or set of carbs steal the guides. Due to the environment inside the carb glue won't last very long. If you do try an adhesive, I would try a two-part epoxy.
A quick google search came up with this stuff, which might hold some promise:
http://www.highsidechem.com/redepxy.html
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-M
And I have a nicely rebuilt carburetor with all new rubber in it thanks to Mandres. Hopefully, all of the new seals, combined with the adjusted valves will equal vroom vrooom! It had a bit of hesitation, which I hope will be cleared up once the valves are adjusted and the carbs are properly synchronized.
For the record, JB Weld and other common 2-part epoxies will not bond to the piston guide material.
I have 1 slide... you can have it... it will work prolly... I dont have the rubber gasket... just send me 3 bucks for shipping
Thanks for the offer, but Mandres just shipped me one. `