My gas and temp gauges did this for years. Intermittent wiring fault
triggered by loading to the right (left hand turn).
But most importantly -- take care of yourself!
- Bob Mann, '68 2000 Solex
Bubba wrote:
> Check the cap, rotor and plug wires. I once had a coil wire that was
> going bad, and it did that because of the centrifugal force when
> turning one way.
>
> Also check wires along their length for chafing, not just the
> connections. Sometimes the insulation will wear off, and the
> centrifugal force thing can happen.
>
> Also sticking carb float.
>
> Bob Winslade
> 1966-1600 Missy
> 1967-1600 Bender
> 1972 510 4 dr Daisy
> 1972 510 4 dr un-named
>
> ----- Original Message ----- From: "Matthew A. Smith"
> <matthews517@earthlink.net>
> To: "'datsun-roadsters: autox.team.net'"
> <datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net>
> Sent: Friday, October 17, 2008 7:50 PM
> Subject: [Roadsters] Left turn, dead roadster
>
>
>> OK, this is weird. A definite head scratcher.
>>
>> When turning left even at a fairly slow speed, my engine dies. I've
>> looked
>> for loose wires. I've got a new fuel pump. New fuel lines and filter. My
>> fuel pressure is a pretty steady 4.5 PSI. This started about a week
>> ago. I
>> don't have ANY clue what it may be. No issues turning right.
>>
>> This is a U20 Solex.
>>
>> Any clues or ideas where to start?
>>
>>
>>
>> Matt Smith
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