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Whistling carb

To: spitfires@autox.team.net
Subject: Whistling carb
From: "Walt Fogle" <foglew@hotmail.com>
Date: Mon, 19 Jul 1999 10:37:07 PDT
Hello Fellow Spitfire-pilots:

My '73 Spitfire is equipped with the single Stromberg 175 carb.  There is a 
sucking hole that, apparently, has no other purpose other than to emit 
whistling noises on the front of the carb.  All other vacuum hoses are 
connected and functioning.  I have seen other carbs with this hole plugged 
with a silicone or rubber plug.

Can anyone recommend at suitable caulk material that will withstand exposure 
to heat and gasoline?  Any other thoughts and comments on the purpose of 
this orifice?

Thanks and best regards,
Walt Fogle
'73 Pimento Red Spitfire



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