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#1189900 11/07/2016 1:31 AM
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Just recently have my '59 235 on the road after a complete nut-and-bolt. With the engine up to temp pushing the choke knob so the butterfly is all the way open kills it. I have to run with the knob about 1/2" or so out.
Normal? Or does that suggest the carb is set a little lean?


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Bolter
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Suggests a vacuum leak around the carb or a gunked up carb. Start her up and get out your unlit propane torch and slowly pass it around the carb. Listen for the engine to speed up. JMO


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