G1 Yamaha won’t start

[Tcarlquist]

Update: I believe this cheap compression gauge I got is probably giving me a low reading. It’s around 95-97 psi now. I squirted a little mixed gas into the cylinder (through spark plug hole) and the engine cranked for a quick second. So now I’m trying to figure out if it’s the carb or reed valve that’s the problem.

I know my reed valves aren’t in the best shape, but the pedal to cage gaps are only slight. Seems like it should still work to me. There is what looks like some sort of blue sealant around the perimeter of the base of the assembly (just below pedal screws). I can take pics of the reed valves if y’all think it may be the issue.

In the meantime I’m going to look at this carb again as that’s what I’m thinking. Since I’m getting fuel coming out of the fuel pump I’m thinking the carb is all it could be.? Is that what y’all would think?

[Tcarlquist]

Never mind. It was the carb. Cleaned it for the 3rd time and she is up and running. Smoking where the exhaust connects to motor, but other than that it seems fairly good. Thanks for all the help guys.

[Tcarlquist]

Running good other than…
1. If I press accelerator too fast from a stop, the motor dies. I have to feather it up to high speeds.
2. If I’m cruising moderately and then press pedal to full throttle it also dies.
Could this be carb adjustments needed? Bad reed valves?

[AGELE55]

Originally Posted by Tcarlquist

Running good other than…
1. If I press accelerator too fast from a stop, the motor dies. I have to feather it up to high speeds.
2. If I’m cruising moderately and then press pedal to full throttle it also dies.
Could this be carb adjustments needed? Bad reed valves?

Reeks of carb.. dumping too much gas?... or starving for gas? I know...not a big help, just thinking out loud.

FYI-
I have purchased two carburetors on eBay from “Procompany”, and both have worked well. One was for a riding lawnmower, and the other for my G1. Each was less than $20.

[Getter-Done]

If you think you need them.
You can get reed valves from Don Plowman.

https://www.plowmanscarts.com/carts....1608324373&v=2




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[Tcarlquist]

Okay thanks for the info, I may have to go ahead and order a new carb. And then reeds after that.

[mikeasis]

My opinion if you need reeds get Yamaha Blaster reeds

[Getter-Done]

Originally Posted by mikeasis

My opinion if you need reeds get Yamaha Blaster reeds

mikeasis help me get my friends cart going


I would take this advice again for sure





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[AGELE55]

Originally Posted by mikeasis

My opinion if you need reeds get Yamaha Blaster reeds

So, Blaster reeds will bolt up to a G1?

[Tcarlquist]

I’ll look into the blaster reeds, thanks for the info. Still starts and runs great other than the dying when pressing throttle too hard.