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> Manual choke on Weber 44IDF
jat914
post Aug 8 2026, 11:52 AM
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Is it possible to put a manual choke on Weber 44 IDF'S. I live at 5200 feet above sea level and have a hard time starting my 914. Any help would be appreciated.
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post Aug 8 2026, 01:09 PM
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would be a creative endeavor for sure, let us know

some Webers have a "starting device" controlled by a cable, not sure about the 44IDF
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post Aug 8 2026, 01:31 PM
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I have a set of 44s with the "starting device" in them.

It's intricate. It actually lifts a "jet" mechanically which adds fuel/air into the idle circuit.

Works like a choke, sort of...

All of the carbs have this system built into the casting but adding it after manufacture would be a BITCH!

Buying new (with the starters) would be cheaper/easier.
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post Aug 8 2026, 01:40 PM
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Now, we might be able to help with your hard start...

Need to know about the motor. Size, how "high performance" it is, compression ratio, camshaft numbers, expected use (Race/Solo/street). Expected average RPM (race motor 4-7K where a street motor would be 2-4K)

Need to know about the carbs.
Venturis size, main, air, idle jet

Need ignition info. Still on original points?


If the basic carb size to engine/expected use is not in the right range, you could easily have all sorts of issues including hard start.

What you got?

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