Hey folks.
I checked and readjusted the valves on my Midget 1500 this weekend. A few
questions arose. I think the valve gaps were in OK shape. They were
supposed
to be set at 0.010 inches. I found some that were as far open as 0.013.
Does
that make a significant difference? Is it OK to reuse the gasket as it was
in
good shape, and I used some permatex black gasket glue to help with the
seal.
I have a new one that I bought for the job, but misplaced it.
Also, the intake was still backfiring. I rechecked for leaks on the intake
manifold. Nothing found (doesn't mean nothing there). I enrichened the
mixture a little. Now the exhaust smells a little like gas, and it still
backfires throught the carb (ZS). Nearly scared the S#$% out of myself when
I had my
hand outside the carb barrel and it backfired.
I've got the timing at 10BTDC, from Bentley's and Haynes. Should I advance
it more or less as the next test (or should I test something else first).
And if I advance it, is that more towards 12BTDC or 8BTDC.
I'm determined to solve this damm thing. Even if I have to take a shotgun
to the engine. At least it won't backfire anymore. ;-)
Mike
BTW: I changed the accelerator cable with one from a bicycle brake. I
can't believe what a difference it makes. ANd for only $3.
'78 Midget
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