Thanks for the response! I may have an opportunity to work on it this
weekend...that is if it stops raining! Over 4 inches since yesterday and
it's still coming down! I might just test my new wiper blades, too!
Rick
KKSMC@aol.com wrote:
> I've been where you are regarding carb adjustments on your '6.
>
> After inserting the adjusting tool down carb neck and engaging it in
> the adjusting screw (you'll feel it engage), turn the wrench
> completely counter clockwise till it stops. Turn the adjusting tool
> clockwise (richer mix) 2 to 2.5 turns full turns on _each_ carb with
> ENGINE OFF as a _beginning_ point in the adjustment process.
> You will need to refill the dashpots with whichever viscosity oil you
> choose to use after each adjustment attempt. Start engine, check/set
> your idle speed, and give it it run around the block. If it sputters
> and stumbles, increase the mixture (clockwise) on each carb.
> These are only just initial adjustments. Fine tuning by turning the
> adjusting screws in either direction will take some further patience.
>
> P.S. Be sure your carb diaphrams are in good shape _before_ beginning
> any adjustments otherwise you'll just be blowin smoke.
>
>
>
> GOOD LUCK!!
>
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