Carburetor, starvation, newbie asks help

Will the car run at certain speed [ say 35-40] and then die at a higher speed [45 or over] ? If so, that still sounds like a fuel flow issue.

Just loosening the fuel cap and going for a ride, or, reaching thru the windshield once it starts to die and opening the fuel cap will rule in or out the fuel cap. I know you said it was good, but, they can fool ya.

Sediment plugging the inlet can be a royal PITA too.

The other info is good. There are quite a few issues that can cause your problem.
 
Remove the carb drain plug, turn on the gas & let it drain for quite awhile into a container & see if the flow is CONSTANT. You can also see if there's water in the gas.
Bill Test
 
Many thanks for the recommendations and tips...I'm learning.

It dies at idle and at 25-35 mph speed.
I even drove with the gas cap off.
Turning the choke rod a bit ccw also caused back firing at the muffler.
I'll remove the drain plug today.
I removed the tube at the carb and the fuel flows out consistently steady.
Haven't investigated the float, but will do so after I search the Forums for instructions on taking it apart and reassembly.

I like the truck although it frustrates me.

I really would like to convert back to 6 volt for the sake of perceived originality but I don't know how.

I live near Fort Wayne IN, perhaps an experienced Model A'r is nearby.
 
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