Paul,
Does it stick with the piston damper out? If so it might be as simple as
cleaning out the top of the piston.
Roger Elliott
Paul Grafelman wrote:
> My Carb piston seems to be sticking for some reason, preventing a smooth
> idle and RPMs above about 3500. If I give it a little push upwards with a
> screwdriver it pops up and functions properly until I shut of the car. I
> looked for burrs etc. that it could be catching on but didnt find any. I've
> got 10w-40 in the dashpot and a stock needle. Also, has anyone seen
> improvements from a more "open" air filter, like those found on old V8's
> (Like a chevy)?
>
> Paul Grafelman
> 77 Spit "Altair"
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