<VV> Sluggish 66, 140/PG

[Shaun]

Might be running on one carb...
Put your hand over each carb while revving up to clear them.

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Bill Kronen" <billpat at telusplanet.net>
To: <virtualvairs at corvair.org>
Sent: Sunday, July 19, 2009 2:52 PM
Subject: <VV> Sluggish 66, 140/PG


> Recently had my 66 Monza at the show in Coeur d' Alene, Idaho and
> outside of burned points when we were almost home, it ran well.(1200
> mile round trip)  Decided to install a Petronix ignition and
> Flamethrower coil with re-timing set to 16 degrees.  Starts well, idles
> good while cold but after getting to operating temps, wants to stall at
> stop signs, traffic lights, etc. Increased the idle setting at the
> carbs, but still wants to quit.  Also struggles on hills. Case in point:
> on the way to a show yesterday, mile long grade, fairly steep, ...could
> only manage 50 mph uphill.  I thought it should do better.  Am I missing
> something with the Petronix?  Just a tired engine/tranny?  Need
> readjusting on the carbs, timing,?  Any suggestions appreciated.
> Regards,
> Bill Kronen
> 63 Spyder vert,  66 Monza,  63 Volvo PV544
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