Looking for carburetor...

[dart451]

Looking for a carb for a Coleman generator...the carb part number is 496863. They say this carb is discontinued, is there another one that would probably work? Thank you.

[Skywatcher]

Hi Dart

BMP Motor Parts on eBay say they have 7 of the replacement carburetors in stock (eBay item # 264578042979) See if this helps,

Sky

[dart451]

Thank you very much...I ordered one!

[creia]

That eBay carb is an aftermarket part. Personally, I have had fairly good luck with aftermarket (China-made) carbs I have purchased for some old Tecumseh L-heads (HS30, HS35, and HS40). The engines we restore are 40-50+ years old and many times aftermarket carbs are the only option. Please report back and let us know how this carb works out...
Michael