Description
Overview:
The Amal 275 / 376 / 389 Clip for Retaining Needle (OEM No. 4/230) is a genuine AMAL metal spring clip used to secure the metering needle inside the carburettor slide. By holding the needle at the correct height, it helps maintain stable fuelling and smooth throttle response on small petrol engines and classic machinery using Amal carburettors, including 275 and 376 types. This is unused vintage old stock and may show light tarnishing or storage marks, but it remains fully functional. Made from durable metal for repeat assembly, it is a straightforward replacement for worn, bent, or missing clips during carburettor rebuilds on motorcycles, stationary engines, and older garden or construction equipment fitted with Amal units.
Key Features:
- Genuine AMAL part for assured fit and function (OEM No. 4/230)
- Durable metal spring clip design for reliable needle retention
- Helps stabilise fuelling and idle by keeping the needle correctly seated
- Compatible with Amal carburettor families including 275, 376, and 389
- Suitable for vintage rebuilds and routine maintenance
- Simple to fit during slide and needle assembly
- Unused old stock; may exhibit minor tarnish with no effect on performance
- Cost-effective fix for erratic running caused by loose or missing needle clips
Typical Applications:
Used during carburettor servicing and rebuilds to secure the metering needle in Amal slide assemblies. Common on classic motorcycles, small stationary engines, and older garden or construction equipment originally fitted with Amal carburettors. Ideal when restoring vintage machines or resolving poor running due to needle movement or wear.
Also known as:
Needle retainer, metering needle clip, carb needle clip, needle keeper, slide needle clip, carburettor needle retainer, retaining spring clip, AMAL 4/230 clip.
Fits Models:
Amal 275, Amal 376, Amal 389
Product Specifications
| L&S Part No. | 4/230 |
|---|---|
| Part Type | Genuine Part |
| Manufacturer | AMAL |
| OEM No. | 4/230 |
| Unit of Sale | 1 |
| Fits Brands | Amal |
| Key Features | - Genuine AMAL part for assured fit and function (OEM No. 4/230) - Durable metal spring clip for reliable needle retention - Compatible with Amal carburettor families 275, 376, and 389 - Suitable for vintage rebuilds and routine maintenance - Simple to fit during slide and needle assembly |
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