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06-11-2022, 04:51 PM | #1 |
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A gallops no more
got it running good thanks for the input guys. so i changed out the main jet, measures 1.48 in., then i blew out the carb with air,then i changed the carb. bowel gasket they are suppose to measure .048 in. mine was .023 ?? brand new . so with just these minor changes ,I set the idle opened the air adj. 1& 3/4 turns . the gav now works . i took it for a short ride and i think its running good.new wwtires and painted rims. I'm READY. THE HOOCH
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06-11-2022, 05:42 PM | #2 |
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My Ford Model A Roadster - sphooch |
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06-11-2022, 06:07 PM | #3 |
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Nice looking car.
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06-11-2022, 11:47 PM | #5 |
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Do you know what the main jet you took out measured?
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06-12-2022, 07:31 AM | #6 |
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06-12-2022, 10:03 AM | #7 |
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06-12-2022, 10:36 AM | #8 |
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should be 1 15/32, cap jet 1 5/32; the main jet should be level with top of the ridge where the venturi sets in the carb.
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06-12-2022, 12:25 PM | #10 |
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That's a great looking Roadster. Glad you got the gallops out.
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06-12-2022, 12:37 PM | #11 |
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Sooo......how many GALLOPS does it take to make 1 HP?
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