Make sure the nuts on the linkages between the carbs are all tight. I know it
sounds stupid, but stranger things have been known to happen........
dlester@pwshift.com wrote:
> I am new to the List and am eager to check out its power. I am rebuilding a
>1965 Sprite MK III with a 1098cc engine. I have just put two new SU carbs on
>the car. After replacing the coil, the car starts fine. It idles fine. The
>problem is it will not throttle up. As I say, the carbs. are new. The
>needles are centered. The piston moves easily. The proper oil is in the
>dashpots. The butterflies operate properly. The choke operates properly.
>Pushing the gas pedal or pulling the linkage by hand makes no difference in
>rpms. I have checked for manifold leaks, gasket leaks, etc. I am really at a
>loss as to why the car will not throttle up. These cars are fun to work on,
>but they are more fun to drive. I would appreciate some advice from you folks
>who know more about this than me. Let the power of the list begin.......
>
> Thanks,
>
> David
>
> DLester@pwshift.com
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