Bob,
I was going to post the same thing as Ken. Cold engines definitely need
choke. Look at the movement of the choke lever on the carbs when you pull
the cable. See to it that you are indeed getting choked!
Keith Pennell
> Bob,
> Are you sure you are truly getting full choke? When I pull the knob until
> resistance is felt, it isn't enough to start instantly. When I pull the
knob
> farther until I really know I am at the end of the travel, then it starts
> quick. I know I am at the end of the travel by observations under the
> bonnet.
> BTW I am not a fan of those clear glass filters.
> Ken Freese
> 65 BJ8
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: owner-healeys@autox.team.net
> [mailto:owner-healeys@autox.team.net]On Behalf Of bob barandon
> Sent: Thursday, February 24, 2005 1:13 PM
> To: list healey
> Subject: Hard Starting BJ8
>
>
> Afterrnoon All
> Haven't had a need to post much to the list over the years because as I
have
> questions and look through the mail I find the answers. You guys are good!
> Now I have a ?: 1966 BJ8 - new solid state fuel pump ( MOSS) with good
> inline filter (clear, with cartridge) - good GR starter so cranks well -
> with full choke it takes forever to start. Just started to do this. Once
> started, runs strong!!! Before I started digging I thought I'd ask.
> Many thanks to all,
> BOB-Southeastern PA
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