Throughout this site we use many technical terms, and given the breadth of readership our site enjoys, sometimes we are remiss and incorrectly assume everyone knows what we are referring to. For those that do not, here are some explanations of the technical terms use. |
Air Bleed:
In fixed-jet carburettors, a small hole or jet used to add extra air to the fuel/air mixture. The main types are the pilot air bleed which produces a weaker air/petrol emulsion for idling, and the main air bleed which reduces over rich mixture up to full throttle. |
