Hi List,
Thanks to Joe, Martin, Dave and Randall for helpful ideas
regarding my old emissions canister. I think I'll crack that sucker
open this weekend and see what's going on in there. I'll share any
wisdom gained.
Great forum!
Rick 1973 TR6 Cf2570U
Shrewsbury, Massachusetts USA (the snow IS melting)
Re:
>Hi List,
> I assume my TR6 is running on it's original carbon canister,
with over
>100,000 miles on it, and 30 years of age. The shop manual says
to replace it every
>50,000 miles.
> They list new at $90. Ouch.
> Can they be opened and renewed, perhaps with aquarium
charcoal?
>Should I even be concerned? All the original emissions plumbing
is in place, except
>for the vapor line to the fuel tank. This is open to atmosphere at
the canister, but I
>have the parts and could reconnect if necessary.
> I have a good running engine with a rough idle and have
tried many things.
>I wonder if this could be to blame.
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