Suzuki Quadrunner LT230 Mikuni Carburetor Ruined, PZ27 Clone Swap!

Bought this 1985 Suzuki Quadrunner LT230E Shaft drive ATV a few weeks ago for $350. We got it started, but, it would not keep running in the last video. In this video, we found that the cold start, enrichment valve plunger has corroded and seized within the carburetor. The Mikuni Carburetor is ruined! In this video, we will build an intake manifold to convert the carburetor pipe mount to a 2 bolt flange / plate style mount allowing an easy install for the Keihin PZ27 clone, Once that was done, the LT230 started easily and ran well. This Quad is getting closer to becoming a flat track racer!

[@TheShadeTreeFixitMan]

I'm not sure why some folks are so concerned about being "original". It's more important to get it running and useable in my book. Nice recovery Harvey.

[@ndafarachaitezvi1139]

It's always a pleasure to see another great build coming to life.Your wealth of knowledge and problem solving is quite extraordinary.Thanks for being such a great teacher and for sharing your knowledge with us

[@martinburgess4814]

Great job Harvey .i may have flared the flange or put a ring on the manifold adapter.but thats just me. All the best to you all.Keep em rolling rolling

[@bangs2ndshotgarage865]

Man I like how you made your own intake. That’s a big problem I run into with older quads and bikes and nobody makes replacement ones. You would think with 3D printers and all the modern technology someone would make them as there’s def a need and market for it.

[@donaldhalls2189]

That sounds good I recon you should finish it off be nice all the best to you and all your loved ones

[@timclark2887]

That runs very nice, good score!

[@off-roadpapa2422]

Running good

[@atvseatexchange2176]

It sounds like a challenge was accepted, my job here is done! Can't find a listing on Mudthrowers for the front lug spacing and tire size, only the rear. Harvey, see if you can give me a measurement on the front lug spacing and I'll see what other wheels might fit.

[@jamespalumbo3277]

Bravo harvey another bike saved from the land of misfit toys

[@Cameronguitar444]

I literally just found LT300 sitting for 10 years started right up but the choke plunger was ceased so I drilled it out ruined the carb....Bought a 36 dollar replica on Amazon runs like a top.