Tim,
First check to see if the spring that connects the diaphragm to the
plate in the dizzy is intact. If this spring separates from the
diaphragm in the vacuum advance the timing will be all over the place.
I had this happen while driving my 74...........
kevin V.
On Feb 13, 2005, at 4:45 PM, Healybj8@aol.com wrote:
> All,
>
> I am trying to get my recent '73 Midget aquisition running, but can
> seem to
> sort out the timing. Its finally running after changing out the
> plugs, wires,
> points, condenser, adjusting the rockers, balancing the carbs, and so
> on. She
> still doesn't want to run right and when I shine my timing light on the
> timing marks, the thing is bouncing all over the place. (I suppose
> that is why it
> likes to back-fire through the carbs.)
>
> Checking the workshop manual, it says that this condition could be
> symptomatic of a worn distributor or worm gear.
>
> Anyone have a similar experience? Any suggestions as to a fix?
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