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Steve -- As the saying goes, all is well that ends well! I only hope the impact on your pocket book wasn't too severe. Now -- here's the concern I have for you. The carburetor is generally not the source of rust in a fuel system. I encourage you to make time soon to be certain your fuel tank is free of inside rust and not prone to feed contaminated fuel to the new replacement carburetor. If the tank is the course, you are destined for a repeat performance. For a tank with inside rust, there are procedures for a new lining for that tank. And if you don't have any idea about those, you can inquire here on the forum and receive plenty ideas, or you can research some brand names like KREEM, RED KOTE, or POR-15. On this site, under Articles (I think) are some Product Reviews where you will find a review of KREEM. You may even visit the JD-H Restoration Site and observe that our latest book carries complete theory and a process plan to prepare the tank and to do the relining. The other is to take steps (planning) that reduce the chances of gum build-up in the carburetor & fuel lines which happens when the tractor sets up for extended periods of time. Two things come to mind (1) A fuel additive such as StaBil to provide "some relief', (2) Use either aviation gasoline or racing fuel instead of regular gasoline. This latter recommendation is based on the notion that when these fuels evaporate, no residue is left behind such as IS the case with regular gasoline. Once again, It is refreshing to hear from you now that your saga has subsided. Do revisit now and then. See on the forum! (PatB)
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