Anyone know of a knowledgeable shop in the area that is good with old '40s? I have a persistent problem that I have worked on and worked on, also had other shops work on and I'm still coming up empty. Recommendations would be appreciated. Thanks!
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What's your problem?
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Well, initially we thought it was related to the dizzy so we replaced it and did and HEI conversion. Turns out the clamp was off after replacement and thus the dizzy was walking which threw the timing off. In the process, I also replace the carb with a troll hole so as to eliminate that issue along with fuel lines and filter. We then got the right clamp, adjusted the timing and it is better. It's not a vacuum leak, ruled that out already as well. In short, the engine feels weak and dips when I press the accelerator unless the engine has been running and warm. It "sputters" is the best way to describe it when I push the gas and sometimes I can even get the engine to shut down. This has been going on for some time and I have spent more than I'd like to only get it to the point of mediocrity.
Carolina off-road in Raleigh.
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Thanks, looking for alternatives to them.
Sounds like she needs a valve adjustment, timing adjustment and then carb adjustment. You've already replaced everything that's involved in the run condition you're experiencing.
If you can wait till later in October, I can definitely give you a hand either at your place or at my place. Earlier this spring I put a used (low-mile) long block 2F in a 60 and had to correct the exact same run issue. After a few select tuning inputs, I had that engine running like a scalded dog
Send me a PM and we'll try to work something out!
If you can wait till later in October, I can definitely give you a hand either at your place or at my place. Earlier this spring I put a used (low-mile) long block 2F in a 60 and had to correct the exact same run issue. After a few select tuning inputs, I had that engine running like a scalded dog
Send me a PM and we'll try to work something out!
I can't speak to personal experience with them but I have seen some FJ55s and other cruisers outside of British 4x4 Automotive in Durham, NC on Hillsboro Road. It may be worth giving them a call to gauge their knowledge of 40s.
British 4x4 - The Triangle's Independent Land Rover Repair and Service Center - Home
British 4x4 - The Triangle's Independent Land Rover Repair and Service Center - Home
