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Re: [T3] sustained idle problem


ChuckH=> when i press and release the
=> throttle quickly the idle takes 6-10 seconds
=> to drop back to normal.
=> '65 notch
=> 1641 cc
=> dual solex carbs

>>Is yours the original distributor? If so, check whether your advance
mechanism is working freely, it might need cleaning.

>>Are these the original carbs? If so, you could be running lean for the
larger motor. Single or dual port heads?

dual port

>>Was it running fine before the carb rebuild? Your mixture could be way off
on the rebuilt side. Did you change any jets?

No, the drivers side was not getting any fuel, plugged float valve. I set
both sides @ 1-1/2 turns then leaned them just a little.


>>Steven Ayres, Prescott AZ
>>'66 Big Ghia (1641DP, stock rejetted dual Solexes)


chuck
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