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Re: [Healeys] Loss of power

To: Mark LaPierre <lapierrem@sbcglobal.net>
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Loss of power
From: Bob Spidell <bspidell@comcast.net>
Date: Fri, 09 Jul 2010 17:14:46 -0700
But why won't it crank?  Battery issues?

bs


Mark LaPierre wrote:
> On a new restoration I would certainly think that the tank would be 
> clean, right?
> Sounds like vapor lock.   Check the archives on that one.
>
> On a fresh start up ,  readjusting your carbs is very common.   Raise 
> your carb pistons like your
> manual suggests and see what your engine does.  Then adjust accordingly.
>
> Mark
>
>> Pull the float bowls tops and look for reddish brown sediment, sounds 
>> like blockage from fuel tank crud, common problem when freshly 
>> restored cars get back on the road.
>>
>> Greg

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