<VV> New problem-Rampside will not start after sitting overnite

[J R Read_HML]

Pump is up by the tank?

I suspect an air leak somewhere past the pump and before the carbs.  Most 
likely place is where a rubber section of fuel line attaches to the metal 
line.

Later, JR

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "shortle" <shortle556 at earthlink.net>
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Sent: Thursday, January 03, 2008 12:21 PM
Subject: <VV> New problem-Rampside will not start after sitting overnite


> In the last 4 mornings, 1963 Rampside will crank over but will not start. 
> I found this only happens when it drops to about 10 degrees F or colder. I 
> have both chokes closing about 80% of the way but no fuel is present in 
> the bowls (no fuel squirting from accelerator pumps) although I hear my 
> electric pump pumping.After I fill up float chambers, vehicle fires 
> instantly and runs properly for the rest of the day. All fuel lines + 
> hoses, filters, pump,carb. rebuild, tune up, etc. are very recent (about 
> 4,000 miles ago).
> First off, what happens to the fuel in float bowls overnight?I have been 
> using 91 octane premium purchased from Mobil. Normally vehicle has been 
> parked with it about 24 degree F and performing very well.
> Second, why can't my fuel pump (electric only) refill float bowls without 
> vehicle being "re-primed"?
> Finally, how about a fuel additive antifreeze? I suspect some H2O has 
> found its way into my fuel tank and is the culprit in blocking flow. How 
> about it, group.
> I hope to finish my head temp. gauge install/ charging system diagnose + 
> repair this weekend but have found myself pretty busy at the workplace 
> after taking off
> 10 days for the holidays.
> I hope 2008 is a great time for us all!
> Timothy Shortle in Durango Colorado.
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