Nick,
You changed a lot of different parts in the carbs. One thing to check is that
the needles don't have any friction. The needles need to be centered and if
they aren't they can hang up. Lift up the needles and let them drop. They
should land with a good thump.
Dana
Nick Turi wrote:
> 1600 SU carburetor question
>
> Can someone help me to determine what might be wrong with my car? The
> engine bogs down when warmed up and running at about 2000 rpm's. It also
> seems to be eating the oil that lubricates the needles. (top hand tightened
> caps at the top of the carburetor). I am using a light transmission oil in
> the carburetors. It sound like the air and fuel mixture might be wrong. It
> was running smooth when driven to the Glen in September. All of a sudden
> this happens. The carburetor has all new needles, jets and gaskets prior to
> the trip in September.
>
> Thanks in advance for your help.
>
> Nick
> 1966 1600
>
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