Drill snapped in starter jet.

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#21

01-24-2020 | 08:40 PM

Klx_250s

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Originally Posted by jansjetta

Yes, .018. Sorry about that. Bike still cold starts fine.

I have my stuff. Plan on doing this very soon. Bike starts like crap.

#22

01-10-2023 | 12:11 PM

Psycho78

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Originally Posted by mitch_thepcman

Title says it all. I was drilling out the starter jet for my ‘09 KLX250, in an attempt to improve cold starts in sub-zero weather. Unlucky for me, the drill bit I was using snapped in a few pieces. One piece came out, but I can see a piece stuck in the jet. Should I even attempt to fix this?

Did you resolve this issue? if so how? I just broke a cheap harbor freight bit in mine while hand turning it slowly with my fingers. So frustrating. I think I found the part number for the push in jet, but not sure how people are getting them out. I'm thinking about drilling the jet out big enough to drill the broken bit tip out, but worry It'll just push it up in there more. Might try to freeze it or heat it up. Not sure just yet.

#23

01-10-2023 | 12:21 PM

klx678

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Could try a wood screw or similar thing to thread in slightly, if the tip bites into the brass, then pull the brass piece out. No idea if it will work, but a thought.

#24

01-10-2023 | 12:24 PM

Psycho78

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Originally Posted by klx678

Could try a wood screw or similar thing to thread in slightly, if the tip bites into the brass, then pull the brass piece out. No idea if it will work, but a thought.

I've actually been thinking about looking for a small tap, then screw a bolt in and pull it out. I was originally thinking small screw as well, but worry I might only have one chance at this if it strips out. I'm thinking about freezing it first.