What about the little things?

[RobH2]

1. With mine I just loosen the screw, pull it off and blow it out from inside with some air.

2. According to:
Written by Robert Hess
Atomic Four Engine Service
Vancouver, Canada

3/8 in depression between centres, pressing firmly with one finger

I'm sure if you search the Forum you'll find Don's recommendation for the belt tension. No one knows it better than him.

[Van_Isle]

Rob,
Jerry meant the fuel pump, there's a screen inside the bottom. Turn off the power except for the blower, put some sort of catchment under the pump and close the tank valve so a siphon doesn't flow. I expect you'll spill no more than a volume equal to the pump itself, likely less.

Here's a link that shows the internals of the fuel pump: http://www.pbase.com/mainecruising/f...el_pump_filter

There is a kit available with a new filter and new gasket. The standard kit comes with a 74 micron filter. But there are 200 and 400 micron filters available too.

[Jim Creech]

While you're looking at the "little things" don't forget to check the fuel tank vent. Kinked or otherwise blocked vent hose can cause some running problems. Don't ask how I know this!