Exactly the same thing happened with my Lotus Europa.
I've been rebuilding carbs for years but still
couldn't make that old DGV perform. I suspect damage
or blockage that I just couldn't get to - even with a
long soak in carb cleaner!
rick
--- Ed Woods <fogbro1@comcast.net> wrote:
> All,
>
> The continuing saga of the '77 MGB with the Weber
> downdraft:
>
> Finally bit the bullet and purchased a new Weber
> downdraft on Ebay. Fitted
> it today. Running problem instantly cured. I have no
> idea what I missed when
> I dismantled and cleaned the old carb.
>
> The replacement has a manual choke. Gone is the
> electric choke. No great
> loss, but has anyone on the list fit a cable to a
> Weber carb? What was used
> and how was it mounted?
>
> Why anyone would buy a Weber for his street MG is
> beyond me. Fix the ZS or
> better still, fit twin SU's. Weber's are a PITA.
> Mounting one on your MG
> just to say "My car has a Weber(s)" is nuts. Simple
> and Workable beats
> Complex and Wonderful every time IMHO.
>
> Thanks again to all who offered help and advice.
>
> Ed Woods
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