Bill, The most common thing that would cause a surge while cruising at a
steady speed say 50 mph would be a lean mixture. Try driving at the speed
you are having a problem and pull the choke out a little and see if it goes
away.
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> I have a 61 BT7 that runs great..........except. The car runs fine while
> accelerating, but when I am driving at a steady constant speed I feel a
> surge. Pressing on the accelerator just a small amount eliminates the surge.
> I'm not sure where to start looking for the problem. While I'm on the list,
> what is a good method for determining if my carburetors are opening completely
> when I depress the accelerator fully.
>
> Thanks in advance for your advice.
>
> Bill Elliott
> 61 BT7
> GCAHC
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