Pete- I had the exact same problem. The rear Carb needle had a flat spot on
one side, causing it to run too rich at idle.
Cool Cat Eddie ,1 S3 GT,3 S4's, 2 S5's, 2 MK1 Tigers
Deep South Rep TE/AE
----- Original Message -----
From: <Pasanville@aol.com>
To: <alpines@autox.team.net>
Sent: Monday, August 14, 2000 11:25 PM
Subject: A few thoughts
> Listers,
> Does anyone have a few thoughts on this? I was running my 1725 which
actually
> seemed to be running fairly well, when I started pulling spark plug wires
one
> at a time. You know, to see if all cylinders are firing. When I removed
the
> last ones 3 then 4 the engine sounded and ran no different. When I removed
1
> then 2, the engine sputtered and quit. I just adjusted the valves, so
unless
> I did not do them properly, they should not be the problem. Would out of
> synch carbs effect it this way?
> Also, Is there a way I can synch them with common tools?
>
> PS I am looking for a claw type 2 prong socket for rear taillight
assembly. I
> am also looking for the chrome caps for the soft top B posts.(the part
where
> the soft top hinges behind the door) Can anyone help?
>
> Thanks everyone you're always been helpful.
> Pete Sanville
> 66 Alpine
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