bLAdEbLA
25-12-2006, 10:22 AM
So I bought a TN run around car.
Seems to have issues with the carby, and I just opened it up (just took the covers off) and sprayed carby cleaner everywhere.
I have no clue about carby's though and wondering if this is a problem:
There are 2 parts to the opening of the carby, one has a plate (like throttle body but not round) but the other half is open. Is this right or is it missing something?
Also, that plate did not open/close with the throttle (ie, I pulled the cable, engine revved up but that plate didn't open)
Then, as it warmed up a bit, it opened up and as I switched off the engine, it stayed open.
I haven't taken the car for a drive yet but will soon.
The car lacks power. It's only really good between 2000-3000rpm. I can't keep the speed limit up hills (80km/h) and it has no upper power at all and I am better off keeping it in a higher gear than revving it.
When I plant the throttle, it makes inuction sound but seems to just go slower than half throttle.
The car otherwise is in excellent condition. Starts everytime as soon as I turn the key (have to pump throttle before though)
And it cost me only $700 with 4 months rego, new tyres, brakes etc
I got quoted a carby overhaul for $250. It's not really worth it considering how cheap the car was but at the same time it is using a heap of fuel and might be cheaper in the long run
Though, if someone can guide me what to do I would much appreciate it. Once again I am used to my newer car which is all EFI and quite high tech so this carby stuff I am not familiar with.
Please help!
Seems to have issues with the carby, and I just opened it up (just took the covers off) and sprayed carby cleaner everywhere.
I have no clue about carby's though and wondering if this is a problem:
There are 2 parts to the opening of the carby, one has a plate (like throttle body but not round) but the other half is open. Is this right or is it missing something?
Also, that plate did not open/close with the throttle (ie, I pulled the cable, engine revved up but that plate didn't open)
Then, as it warmed up a bit, it opened up and as I switched off the engine, it stayed open.
I haven't taken the car for a drive yet but will soon.
The car lacks power. It's only really good between 2000-3000rpm. I can't keep the speed limit up hills (80km/h) and it has no upper power at all and I am better off keeping it in a higher gear than revving it.
When I plant the throttle, it makes inuction sound but seems to just go slower than half throttle.
The car otherwise is in excellent condition. Starts everytime as soon as I turn the key (have to pump throttle before though)
And it cost me only $700 with 4 months rego, new tyres, brakes etc
I got quoted a carby overhaul for $250. It's not really worth it considering how cheap the car was but at the same time it is using a heap of fuel and might be cheaper in the long run
Though, if someone can guide me what to do I would much appreciate it. Once again I am used to my newer car which is all EFI and quite high tech so this carby stuff I am not familiar with.
Please help!