No condenser??

Thanks for the info!

The fuel filter/strainer I am using is the one that attaches to the end of the fuel line and is up inside the gas tank. I may shine a flashlight down into the tank and see if there is a lot of crud stranded on the strainer preventing proper flow.

I may also shoot some air back through the cut off valve into the tank to try and clear the blockage. Maybe.

Still thinking on this, trying to decide what to do first. Too dark now to go out and putz with it, so trying to come up with a battle plan for tomorrow.


Thanks again for the help, it is very much appreciated!!

Chris
 
Okay, can definitely try without the gas cap on, that's an easy one!

Would be great if it turns out to be something that easy!! Here's hoping!!


Thanks again!


Chris
 
I only quickly scanned the responses, so just ignore if this has been mentioned already. On the carb, check to see if the fuel line has not been pushed in too far and causing a flow restriction. The fuel line has a crush olive, and it can be pushed back too far on the fuel line.
 
Thanks Dave! Yep, we checked that. Seems the flow to that point may not be as strong as its supposed to be. So now I am tracing my line back to see if there is a restriction someplace, starting with the sediment bowl and then back to the tank. One way or another I hope to have it on the road by spring!!

Thanks again for the help, it is appreciated!!


Chris
 
Interesting thread. Charles Kettering was an engineer for GM. He invented the modern points and condenser ignition system (as well as the electric starter along with 154 other patents) in the early 1900s to replace the magneto systems then in use. A points system will NOT generate a spark if there is no condenser or a weak condenser. Look up L-C circuits.
 
Hint:

If you are removing a shutoff valve with a "finger filter" installed remember that if you open the shutoff and drain the gastank that about 2 cups of gas remains in the tank due to the design of most "finger filters".

Be ready to catch the last amount of gas when removing shutoff valve!

First time that I did it the carpet got soaked with gas when I removed the shutoff from the tank. :eek:


Chris Halsey said:
Thanks for the info!

The fuel filter/strainer I am using is the one that attaches to the end of the fuel line and is up inside the gas tank. I may shine a flashlight down into the tank and see if there is a lot of crud stranded on the strainer preventing proper flow.

I may also shoot some air back through the cut off valve into the tank to try and clear the blockage. Maybe.

Still thinking on this, trying to decide what to do first. Too dark now to go out and putz with it, so trying to come up with a battle plan for tomorrow.


Thanks again for the help, it is very much appreciated!!

Chris
Click to expand...
 
You must log in or register to reply here.
Back
Top