Mikuni MX40 - Alternative Wick.

[MarkH2159]

I have an old MX40 which generally works quite well.

A while go it started smoking quite badly and when I took it apart I found it to be badly coked up. and a quick clean out soon had it sorted.

I also noted that it might benefit fom a new wick but didnt find one.

I have just taken it apart to inspect and if necessary decoke before I will really need it this winter.

The unit is clean as a whistle, no sign of any nasty deposits and all good.

The only issue is the wick, which is probably only 50% remaining and in dire need of replacement.

Spares for the MX40 are no longer stocked by the suppliers MV Heating and I am not aware of anyone else having stocks either.

 

Has anyone any ideas on a suitable alternative or any experience in making your own to fit?

I would have a go but I am not sure what material it is made of and where to source if at all available.