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Old 03-03-2023, 11:23 AM   #16
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Default Re: Carburetor or Fuel Pump Issue

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Originally Posted by Mountain Dew View Post
You say that it is normal to take the oil bath breather off and pour a little gas in the carburetor if the car has not ran in a few days?
Yes, after 4 or 5 days the fuel in the carb can evapaorate enough to be low. I usually don't pour gas in, but do have to crank a while to get gas up. I crank in 5 second intervals to not overheat the starter. Depending on how long the car has sat, may need to do that two or three times. Choke fully closed while cranking creates a vacuum in the carb to help pull in fuel.

Kube has advised to close the choke all the way when parking for storage, as that may delay evaporation somewhat.
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