<VV> idle question....

Shaun McGarvey shaun_mcgarvey at shaw.ca
Sun Jun 24 23:56:30 EDT 2007


Hi John, get it running then watch the vacuum advance. See if it's moving in 
synch with your fluctuation.
Shaun

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "John McMahon" <latin81 at comcast.net>
To: "Virtual Vairs" <virtualvairs at corvair.org>
Sent: Sunday, June 24, 2007 6:35 PM
Subject: <VV> idle question....


> Hi,
>
> I've got my 1965 Monza coupe up and running, but I've got a question about 
> the idle.  I've got the carbs set up according to the book, or at least I 
> think I have, but here's what happens.  The engine will purr along just 
> fine at about 600 rpm for 3-4 seconds, then there's a momentary faltering, 
> then it picks back up and runs fine for another 3-4 seconds, then dips 
> again, etc.  It sounds like the engine is cutting out for about 1/2 
> second.  The mechanical condition of the engine is unknown, except that it 
> seems to run fine otherwise, has good oil pressure, doesn't smoke or make 
> unusual noises. The engine does seem to vibrate quite a bit at idle, then 
> smooths out as the revs increase.  I've got it balanced with a manometer, 
> and I haven't found any air leaks yet.  Anyway, if anyone has any thoughts 
> on this, I'm all ears (eyes, whatever!).
>
> Thanks,
>
> John McMahon
> 1965 Monza coupe
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