I may be able to help with #1
Check for heat around fuel lines or from manifold to the carb(s).
The fuel gets warm and this can cause the RPM to increase.
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From: spitfires-owner@autox.team.net [mailto:spitfires-owner@autox.team.net]
On Behalf Of Dave Willner
Sent: Tuesday, February 25, 2003 10:52 AM
To: spitfires@autox.team.net; nass@yahoogroups.com
Subject: couple nagging 1500 questions.....
Need a little help with the following:
1. Car's RPMs are about 1000 when starting (choke engaged) and when I knock
it
down the choke the RPMs drop to around 850 which I believe is normal. The
idle
is a little rough, not bad really, until it warms up for about 10-15 mins
and
then the RPMs gradually climb to around 1200 - 1300 where is runs very
smooth.
Is this normal, if not, is there is a simple fix, should I be looking at
something else?
2. Fuel gauge reads 1/4 tank after fill up. Temp is fine, so I'm thinking
stabilizer is OK. Possibly a leaky float on the sender, or something else? A
while back someone mentioned a cheap Lotus float that fits, if so, does
anyone
have any contact info?
3. Windshield trim - how painful is this to install. Mine seems to have gaps
top and bottom the finishers can't hide which bugs me.
4. I replaced the trunk lock ass'y and attached the original "swingout"
cover
that's held on with a spring and a pin. Mine was hinged from the bottom, but
lately I saw one hinged on top (which to me makes better sense?) and was
curious as to was is more common.
5.Still looking for a pair of dealer supplied trim rings (excellent
condition)
these are the duller aluminum ones with the square edges, not the highly
polished stainless repros.
As always, I appreciate the help, thanks.
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