WDO carb butterfly screws

m.patterson56

A few days ago while driving my 48 Super-Six, I had the misfortune to lose one of the butterfly plates from my carburetor inside of the motor. Both the screw heads had broken off. I managed to retrieve the little plate, but I am not able to find any replacement screws to re-attach the plate to the shaft.
I find this odd because the manual recommends always using new screws during any rebuild. I would have thought that carb rebuild kits would include these little screws. I believe the screw size is 3/48 and the screws are brass with a length of about 3/16" (although longer can be cut to size). Can anyone tell me where to purchase these little brass screws? Thanks for any replies!

m.patterson56

Hi Ken. Thanks for the advice. Yes the carb was rebuilt before I got the car but that's all I know. The compression remains between 100 and 107 lbs but I think I'll pull the head and have a look anyway. I was not aware of the extra length being peened over (good idea). The one screw I was able to get out (without breaking) was 3/16 in length, so 1/4 should do nicely. I tried the Fastenal store today but they were somewhat less than helpful because I do not have a business. (Wholesale only) I will check out the website. I will make sure the plates are well centered when I reassemble. If they were out a bit, it will mean making some adjustments as the original was probably not able to fully close. Thanks again!