[NoVa-Corvairs] Carbs and rich fuel issue

[Justin]

Ill change the spark plugs out period.
More than likely its the carb side than anything else.

J. Smalley

On Aug 22, 2013, at 8:45 PM, Bryan Blackwell <bryan at skiblack.com> wrote:

> I would go about your troubleshooting a little differently.  Just work systematically through the engine - it could be a coincidence.
> 
> - Check the color of the plugs on both sides
> - If you're doing a compression check, do all six cylinders
> - I would verify the distributor and advance curve
> 
> A fuel smell could be too rich, or it could be one or more cylinders not firing.  Looking at all six plugs may yield a clue.  If the problem is confined to one side and you have good compression, then the problem is very likely that carb.  You can try clearing the carb by putting your hand over the throat briefly while the engine is running, the pressure drop may pull the crud right through.
> 
> --Bryan
> 
> On Aug 22, 2013, at 8:54 AM, Justin wrote:
> 
>> I left the club last Saturday with refreshed springs and brake shoes on the rear. My rich fuel issue went away after filling up at a Exxon down the street from Bryan's home. The hesitation issue came back again Tuesday only allowing me to travel 30 miles an hour. Anyone who has time tomorrow afternoon or after that might be able to help trouble shoot the carb issue would be appreciated.  I'm going to pull the plugs on my left head and try to grab a compression tester to trouble shoot , but not comfortable pulling the carb top off on the left side in fear of the  parts no being out back together properly. Solicitation trouble shooting help as I also found an additional inline fuel filter by the rear. Not sure why car is running rich , hesitation and of course timing advanced at this point. Just need a little experienced help were someone's time permits.
> 
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