bing carb weights

[asra]

Hi Guys wondering if anyone can supply the weight (guestimate) or otherwise of the Bing 54 carbs. Im looking at replacing the hitachi and intake on an EA81 to get the weight down a bit. thanks in advanceRegardsGP

[Echo]

Gp,
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[chook]

Echo, what did you do with the missing thermostat? How did you regulate your water temp using that manifold?

[asra]

cheers for that echo but its not what im looking for at the moment, it stands up a bit high to fit under my cowl Nice looking unit though would have thought someone would have a use for it.regardsGP

[Echo]

Chook ,
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[chook]

Thanks Echo. I am rebuilding a recently purchased Amax machine where the manifold thermostat location has had the thermostat removed and a pipe welded in to allow the starter motor access. They have placed a manual valve in the water pump side to control the temp. As if you don"t have enough on your mind flying without also manually controlling your water temp! The other consideration is that thermostats are usually placed amongst the metal of the engine so that there is some heat storage. This gives a smoother action without a series of quick open/ shut cycles on the part of the thermostat and prevents temperature shocks to the system.

[Echo]

I agree , Chook , a manual valve is"nt ideal .

[asra]

Thanks eric just what i needed to know regardsGP

[asra]

1 Bing 54 carbie weigh"s 995 grams. The sample tested had a 600mm trottle cable attached. Best wishesBirdmanpete