First, I can definitely rule out the brakes dragging and wheel bearings need
grease. As suggested, the car rolls easily on a flat surface. Car starts
well, idles around 800 to 900rpm, and does not overheat. I set the timing at
the plate spec of 4 degrees after. It was way off and runs a lot better
now. However, I had a great deal of trouble setting the timing exactly as
the most minute movement of the distributor cause the mark to move a lot.
The car blows grey smoke from exhaust which smells gasoline.
Question # 1: What is the tolerance on the timing?
Question # 2: I timed it using the number one plug; that is, the plug
nearest the front bumper. Is this correct?
Question #3: I have to feather the clutch a lot to take off from a stop.
Engine "rattles" and bogs down until I get going. Choke position does not
seem to matter. Vacuum advance hose is hooked up. Any suggestions on what
to adjust next or what to look for?
Roger
Saint Paul
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