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Re: [Mgs] Sputter

To: "mgs@autox.team.net" <mgs@autox.team.net>
Subject: Re: [Mgs] Sputter
From: The Roxter <rocknatural@gmail.com>
Date: Mon, 13 Jul 2009 22:58:31 -0500
John Linkosky wrote:
> I have been having the same problem with my 72 roadster, HIF carbs, over the
> last month. I first noticed the loss of power going up hill at speed on an
> interstate highway, checked the fuel filter and discovered it was full of
> rust. I ordered a new tank and replaced it along with a new fuel filter. The
> symptoms returned. I switched out fuel pumps and still no joy as the car
> continues to periodically sputter and lose power going up long grades. I
> think there must be some debris that is blocking the fuel intake in the bowl
> of the carb, or the float occasionally gets hung up in the closed position.
> I will find out tonight as I plan to disassemble the carbs to look for the
> cause. I will report back if I find anything. John
Note my reply to Malcolm; it just might be ignition.

-The Roxter
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