Hi, I just recently purchased a non-running TR-34 (still not sure if it's an '87 or '88) for $150US. It had been sitting under an open shed here in Florida for 4-5 years but apparently ran before putting it up. I cleaned all of the sludge out of the carb and petcock. I've always heard about gas turning to varnish but that's the first time I ever saw it! The bike starts and runs, but dies after 30-45 seconds. My neighbor says the float bowl isn't filling up. This makes sense to me and if that is the case I suspect the float needle. I thought I cleaned it up but it was in pretty bad shape. Anyone have any thoughts on this?
Also, any recommended Idle speed and air screw settings for the Dellorto carb would help. I'm in the Southern US, avg temperatures 10-35 deg C. At 1.5 turns out on both, it seems to be doing OK for what little time it will run.
I also saw some mention of converting to a Mikuni carb. Is this a good idea? If so, what size Mikuni and can you use the stock throttle cable and tube? Thanks for any help.
Aaron C.