Originally Posted by Waveski
Do I assume correctly that the carburetors of that era have an accelerator pump? If not, my pumping point is pointless.

Yes, those carbs have an accelerator pump. With a choke that's working correctly and the proper starting procedure, pumping is pointless- - - -sort of like wearing both a belt and suspenders to keep your pants from falling off.
Jerry

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