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MagmaJct · 08-23-2014, 01:12 AM

Thinking as if I were in your shoes...

When it dies, I'd check the fuel level in the float bowl. Is it low? Is it normal?

If it's low, I'd look into why. Stuck needle? Lot flow from the pump?
If it's normal, clogged jet? Since it seems to affecting many operating aspects of the carburetor, I'd look at the mains.

What I find will determine the troubleshooting path to take.

08-23-2014, 01:12 AM	#7
MagmaJct Registered User Join Date: May 2008 Location: Mesa, AZ Posts: 281	Re: '71 350 C10 only firing when gas dumped into carb ... Thinking as if I were in your shoes... When it dies, I'd check the fuel level in the float bowl. Is it low? Is it normal? If it's low, I'd look into why. Stuck needle? Lot flow from the pump? If it's normal, clogged jet? Since it seems to affecting many operating aspects of the carburetor, I'd look at the mains. What I find will determine the troubleshooting path to take. __________________ I own 3 classic vehicles. 1971 LWB C10 Deluxe. 1974 VW Super Beetle. 1971 VW Fastback. The C10 and the Super Beetle run, the Fastback is just not there yet! Please visit my Super Beetle and Fastback profile on TheSamba.