Monza 160 Jr Carb

[Ducatikid]

In rebuilding my late model 160 Monza Jr. my original carb (UB22BS) is bad. Trying to find a replacement is, of course, vital to getting my engine running again. I haven't seen a new or used UB22 anywhere. So, what are the alternative carbs I can get my hands on and use in place of the Dell'Orto ??? Thanks for any advice or instructions. The Kid

[JimF]

Hey Kid,


Lots of them for sale in the UK and Italy on their eBays:



http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/dellorto-carb ... 27d2b5e4cd



http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Dellorto-UB-2 ... 1e7aabe2c4


Lots and lots and lots.... too many for me to copy and paste!


Hope this helps.


Jim

[DewCatTea-Bob]

[quote=Ducatikid...
" So, what are the alternative carbs I can get my hands on and use in place of the Dell'Orto ??? "

____ Since you seem willing to make-use of a non-stock carb,, then how-about one that's not-only more modern, but also with down-to-earth pricing ? ...
__ I suggest a carb.model from a 125 to 185 Honda-single, such as the likes-of... http://www.ebay.com/itm/1965-1975-Honda ... 4e&vxp=mtr , or http://www.ebay.com/itm/Honda-CB125-Car ... 9d&vxp=mtr , but not necessarily either of THOSE two examples. _ Just search for such on eBay.
__ I believe the carb.models intended for 125-Hondas are 24mm, while those for 185-models may be 26mm. _ And while the 185-model carbs are with a diameter-size that's a bit over-sized, THEY ought-to be already jetted close-enough.
__ The only problem which causes carbs such as these from being a straight-forward bolt-on job, is that their manifold-flange stud-holes will need to be enlarged by drilling-out their pair of 6.5mm mounting-holes only-just towards the direction required for matching-up to the slightly-different stud-spacing of that of the 8mm-studs in the 160-head. _ And that job can be done simply enough with the carb.body viced-down on a drill-press, with a 21/64ths drill-bit.


Hopeful-Cheers,
-Bob

[Ducatikid]

OK guys, I appreciate the thinking here and the suggestions. I don't have alot of cash to throw at this 160 jr. I realize that I can go to Europe and probably get anything I need for this bike, but, it would be expensive with the shipping and plus "buyer beware" awareness. That said, I like Bob's ideas too. I just want to make this bike a runner to have fun with and not a Concour's show bike. Besides, at this point and time, it's the only Ducati I can enjoy and it's special to see it come along as I work on it (I have to as I can't afford otherwise),but, It would be nice to hear it run.....actually, it would be thrilling! I've had this bike for 8 years and it's just now starting to look like the real deal from '67. It's been a long row to hoe.....Thanks everyone. Tom