dumb question but what are Reeds?

Dmontgomery · 12-21-2012, 09:26 AM

i know it is probably a dumb question but what and where is the location of reeds? i have a 88 marathon was just wandering, how can i check the reeds? thanks

frodrummer · 12-21-2012, 09:43 AM

Unbolt intake manifold. The reed valves are under (or bolted behind) the intake. Order of disassembly just to be clear...Carb, intake, then reeds. Make sure they rest flat. Check for debris. Clean well.

Dmontgomery · 12-21-2012, 05:43 PM

Thanks

1moretoy · 12-22-2012, 06:56 AM

the "where" was answered correctly. The "what" is simple. 2 cycle engines do not have valves that open and close for intake and exhaust but use these reeds as a valve system.

12-21-2012, 09:26 AM	#1
Dmontgomery Gone Wild Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: North Carolina Posts: 161	dumb question but what are Reeds? i know it is probably a dumb question but what and where is the location of reeds? i have a 88 marathon was just wandering, how can i check the reeds? thanks

12-21-2012, 05:43 PM	#3
Dmontgomery Gone Wild Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: North Carolina Posts: 161	Re: dumb question but what are Reeds? Thanks

12-22-2012, 06:56 AM	#4
1moretoy Never really finished Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Georgia Posts: 1,102	Re: dumb question but what are Reeds? the "where" was answered correctly. The "what" is simple. 2 cycle engines do not have valves that open and close for intake and exhaust but use these reeds as a valve system.

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