Jamey Harris wrote:
>
> Thanks again to all who have helped with my previous problems. I
> have solved most of the problems and I will soon replace the gas
> tank. Sorry to continue to leech off your knowledge, but I have reached
> another brick wall in my own know-how and really can't afford to pay for
> a mechanic's. Here's the problem....
>
> 79B - started-up just fine this morning, but 15 seconds later sputtered
> and died even though I had my foot on the gas. There's gas in the
> tank, and I'm getting delivery at the carb.
>
> My meager understanding and Haynes suggest a carb or choke problem or
> "air leaks in induction system". Any suggestions as to how I can narrow
> it down or solve the problem before I have it towed to the local British
> auto repair shop?
>
> Any advice will be appreciated (even if it's "quit bugging us and call
> the tow truck").
>
> Thanks,
>
> Jamey Harris
> 79B
I have a similar problem with my 70B. Mine appears to be the Gross Jets
in the float bowls sticking closed. In the morning, the car will start
and run a short while on the gas in the float bowls, but occaisionally
it will sputter and die a few minutes later. by thumping on the float
assemblys, I can usually restart the car. Once it runs, it doesn't
stall again. I've changed the gross jets and fuel filter, but still
occaisionally have the problem. Possible cause is junk in the fuel
tank. If anyone else has any ideas, please let me know too.
Regards,
Bob Krenkel
70B
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