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SOLEX 40 Pi 1-Barrel: Overhaul: Reassembly

Reassembly is in reverse order of disassembly. Observe the following points: inspect throttle shafts for excessive wear that would allow for air passage. Inspect throttle valves for a light-tight closing. Accelerator pump diaphragm rivet must be tight, replacement is necessary if joint is loose. When replacing or installing main jets be sure they have an "X" prefix.

NOTE: In cases of complaints regarding poor power transition in engines equipped with carburetor covers of older design, the X 130 main jet can be replaced with the X 125 main jet. The driving response resulting from the X 125 main jet must be tested.
CARBURETOR SPECIFICATIONS

Venturi 30
Main Jet 125
Air Correction Jet 180
Idle Metering Jet 55
Idle Air Bleed 1.0
Accelerating Pump Nozzle 0.8 mm
Pump Jet 0.5 mm
Emulsion Tube 8
Float Needle Valve 2.0
Float Weight 7 Grams
Fig 1: Solex 40 PI Components
G09313337Courtesy of PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERICA, INC.