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Homelite model UT-20780 gas powered weed eater..

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04-29-14, 05:20 PM

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Homelite model UT-20780 gas powered weed eater..

Hi all, I am new to this forum my question is I think the gas cap on my machine is partly plugged when the engine is running it slows down and stalls. if the gas cap is left loose engine runs find. can the cap be cleaned or should it be replaced.I have replaced the spark plug, fuel lines, in tank filter and installed a carburetor kit...

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04-29-14, 07:44 PM

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You might be able to clean it with carb cleaner, or just put a new one on. You might find one off a junk machine at your local repair shop.

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