<VV> Fuel/Driveability

[Frank DuVal]

I also use this method to cure vapor lock conditions. Just run the 
electric for a few minutes.

Frank DuVal


On 1/25/2015 12:10 AM, J. R. Read via VirtualVairs wrote:
> Bill,
>
> You might want to consider leaving the electric pump in place (I 
> assume it's up front by the tank) and wire it through a switch. That 
> way you could turn it on momentarily to fill the carb bowls after the 
> car has been sitting for a while.  Then turn it off and drive on the 
> mechanical pump.
>
> Just a thought.
>
> Later, JR
>
> ----- Original Message ----- From: "Bill H. via VirtualVairs" 
> <virtualvairs at corvair.org>
> To: <virtualvairs at corvair.org>
> Sent: Saturday, January 24, 2015 7:58 PM
> Subject: <VV> Fuel/Driveability
>
>
>> B"H
>> Update: Well, tonight I decided to start with Bob Helt's advice 
>> regarding fuel pressure testing. I'm sure the pressure provided by 
>> the stock pump is well under 7 psi, but the electric pump I have on 
>> the car was pushing over 10 psi (gauge goes up to 10 psi, it was 
>> pegged) !
>> That being said, my next step will be to disconnect the electric pump 
>> and put a good ol' stock fuel pump back on the car (I have two, one 
>> that leaked around the top cover, another that's brand new). I really 
>> like the electric pump and haven't had a vapor lock problem since I 
>> installed it. Also, I haven't had any leaks or failures in the engine 
>> compartment with the electric pump.
>> Based on my examination of the carbs, I don't think they are suspect; 
>> I'm sure the stock pump will help the gas dripping in the carb throat 
>> problem.
>> I also got a new can of carb cleaner that has a plastic straw. You 
>> don't know how important the little piece of plastic is until you 
>> need it! I'll do a cleaning out of the carbs as well. By the way, the 
>> PCV orifice was clogged as well. I cleaned that out and put it back 
>> on the engine.
>> Thanks for all your help, guys. Will keep in touch, G-d willing.
>> Best regards...Bill Hershkowitz 66 Monza Sport Sedan 110-PG-AC