Steve,
Had the exact same problem 2 years ago. It was that the glass bowl was not
tightened and no vacuum was created.
66 Mike
----- Original Message -----
From: Isaacsons <ikes@postalzone.com>
To: <datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net>
Sent: Friday, August 25, 2000 10:19 PM
Subject: fuel problems
>
> I just installed a new stock fuel pump on my '67 1600. Engine ran ok
> for a few minutes, but then stopped for lack of fuel (I
> think). Reason is that the fuel flowing through the stock fuel filter
> visible inside the glass bowl seems low. Fuel level is below
> the filter and right at top of spring that sits below it. Have plenty
> of gas in the car, and carbs are in good shape. No reason to
> believe the fuel suddenly got plugged since its never happened in the 10
> years I've own the car.
>
> How much fuel should there be visible in the bowl that houses the
> filter. How do you test whether or not the mechanical fuel
> pump has enough sucking action? Is there a gauge for it? Is the only
> way to check the pump by turning over the engine?
> Thanks for your input. Steve
>
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