I switched to the Grose ball type and cured my leaky float bowl problems.
Of course, the 'stock' needles were worn badly, but why not upgrade.
Speaking of fuel pumps and leaks; mine has a slight leak out of the screw on
the top of it. It seems like the fuel evaporates before it can run down on
the starter. I will replace the gasket on the fuel pump cover to eliminate
the leak.
Just FYI, check to see if your pump leaks fuel on your starter; it could be
hazardous.
Terry Banbury
Mk III
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> From: SpitfiresRule@aol.com[SMTP:SpitfiresRule@aol.com]
> Reply To: SpitfiresRule@aol.com
> Sent: Tuesday, February 29, 2000 2:52 PM
> To: spitfires@autox.team.net
> Subject: Re: Twin SU Conversion - Larger Fuel Pump?
>
>
> I agree! How many of you have that persistent phantom fuel leak? My MK2
> loves
> to let you know just how much fuel it can pump past those vibrating float
> valves at about 4500+ rpm. Just got some Gross Valves from Nigel at
> Spitbits,
> they've been great before in other cars I've tried. I'm very hopeful for
> these. Drive On!
>
> Mitch D. Johnson
> 1965 MK2 "Bobby"
> 1965 MK2 "Thomas T. Triumph"
> 1965 MK2 (my son's car, no name as of yet)
> 1964 MK1 (Parts R Us)
>
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