Hunt something else. Get it fixed by someone who knows and Drive the dam thing.
Troy
My, my, aren't we testy? I enjoy reading about other's misery - I think it loves company.
Hey Vince and Troy....Give me a break! It's really become a personal thing now....I've got to do it myself. I could have paid to have it fixed on day 1. Some guys on this site desire to learn something by getting in there and doing the work and repairs their self, It's a challenge....sometimes it can be frustrating. Sometimes very rewarding! I don't need your remarks or input or your help. Surely you could spend your time better by reading and commenting on someone elses post. If you can't offer some knowlegable, sincere, helpful advice, it truely would be best for all for you to not comment at all.....Oh and by the way, I used the slang Gearheads (in a good way) for those who truely know their stuff. True mechanics....Not an amature like me, Thanks to all who have tried to help....I really do appreciate your input. Michael
I'm a gearhead! Always have been. Can't help it. And I have no respect for others who
refuse to at least "try" to understand the things they use. (I can't help that feeling either).
I've bought my wife a video camera and a digital camera she uses both but fumbles because
she has never read the directions. She refuses to learn, she just wants to use.
refuse to at least "try" to understand the things they use. (I can't help that feeling either).
I've bought my wife a video camera and a digital camera she uses both but fumbles because
she has never read the directions. She refuses to learn, she just wants to use.
On a sexist note. I'll pull over for a girl with a flat tire but you're out of luck if you're a guy
(unless you're really cute of course) I just expect that you should at least "give it a go". Now that I respect.
(unless you're really cute of course) I just expect that you should at least "give it a go". Now that I respect.
Michael,
One more last thought - I had a talk with my mechanic regarding your problem - he suggested re-checking your ignition system.
First, start with your points - use a dwell meter to confirm the feeler gauge setting - the dwell angle should be 48 - after confirming this, readjust your timing.
One more last thought - I had a talk with my mechanic regarding your problem - he suggested re-checking your ignition system.
First, start with your points - use a dwell meter to confirm the feeler gauge setting - the dwell angle should be 48 - after confirming this, readjust your timing.
Michael,
The gaskets I bought for my Webers were a dark gray color - not made out of paper - some kind of composite. I don't know if they sell the same type of gaskets for Solexs.
Earlier, somebody mentioned the possibility of a linkage issue, as I'm sure you can appreciate, both carbs must be opening exactly the same from idle to WOT.
Have an assistant slowly depress the gas pedal and watch the progress of the accelerator arms on both carbs to insure they're synchronized.
At WOT, the throttle plates should be straight up and in the same orientation on both carbs.
I know exactly how you feel, as I had a similar experience dialing in my Weber 44's - It took me several frustrating days to get them running perfectly.
If you haven't already done so, I'd recommend getting a book on tuning Solex carbs.
One last thought - 34 or 36mm 1bbl carbs are pretty small, If I were you, I'd consider moving up to a 40mm 2bbl set-up - you'll notice a significant improvement in performance.
The gaskets I bought for my Webers were a dark gray color - not made out of paper - some kind of composite. I don't know if they sell the same type of gaskets for Solexs.
Earlier, somebody mentioned the possibility of a linkage issue, as I'm sure you can appreciate, both carbs must be opening exactly the same from idle to WOT.
Have an assistant slowly depress the gas pedal and watch the progress of the accelerator arms on both carbs to insure they're synchronized.
At WOT, the throttle plates should be straight up and in the same orientation on both carbs.
I know exactly how you feel, as I had a similar experience dialing in my Weber 44's - It took me several frustrating days to get them running perfectly.
If you haven't already done so, I'd recommend getting a book on tuning Solex carbs.
One last thought - 34 or 36mm 1bbl carbs are pretty small, If I were you, I'd consider moving up to a 40mm 2bbl set-up - you'll notice a significant improvement in performance.
Thanks Dave, I appreciate your advice! michael
Troy, I guess we're not wanted here.....
It's FIXED!!! It's FIXED!!!, IT'S FIXED!!! Thanks to Bruce Young for his super advice about checking the throttle plate openings with different size drill bits to make sure the throttle plates were opening the same was great advice! I had adjusted and balanced the carbs numerous times and though I had it dialed in near perfect.....Boy was I wrong....they were off just a tad, but it made the difference. Also This car did not have a degreed pulley on the crank just a stock pulley...I thought I had the timing right on....I had a friend come over who has a real nice timeing light with an adjustable degree knob on it, (much nicer than my 20 yr old Sun unit) We double checked the timing again and had to retard the timing a couple degrees....then we went back and rechecked and adjusted the carbs again and got everything dialed in....She's good to go now! Thanks so much to all of you who were kind enough to give from your wisdom and knowledge to help another (who in frustration) wanted to conquer this task in his own garage. I appologise to Vince and Troy .....Out of my frustration I really should have kept my thoughts to myself in regards to your comments . No harm intended...I'm sorry...Hope you understand... Thanks, Michael
Well, that's great that you solved your problem, with some advice from members of this forum. I enjoy threads such as these, as they get people involved and we all learn a little bit about these engines.
Congratulations!
Congratulations!
I can't take credit for "the idea". It was used a longlong time ago
for match up motorcycle carbs and is useful in curved areas especially
where you can't see just feel.
for match up motorcycle carbs and is useful in curved areas especially
where you can't see just feel.
oops, forgot to say "good for you". Now you've earned that "I did it
myself" feeling you have. It's not quite the same as swiping your c.c.
is it.
myself" feeling you have. It's not quite the same as swiping your c.c.
is it.
Congrats Michael..this mystery was driving everyone crazy!!
Excellent news Michael, your perseverance really paid off!