October 19, 20195 yr comment_585990 31 minutes ago, Patcon said: Bend the tab down slightly. That will close the valve later and allow more fluid to enter That's what we did. The biggest change was the float was not tipped up quite as much as in the picture and the level was slightly higher. We set both carbs to the same level and that is where we will begin the tuning process. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/59521-bending-float-tab-direction-3-screw-su/?&page=4#findComment-585990 Share on other sites More sharing options...
October 19, 20195 yr comment_585991 2 hours ago, jalexquijano said: This was my last fuel level using sight plastic hoses fastened to the drain holes of the carbs. Am i good? My carbs don't have a drain plug, so I can't use this method. However, I've heard that you want the float bowl level to be the same as the "bridge" in the carburetor. The bridge might be thought of as the part that the carb piston rests on or where the needle and jet first meet. If you fuel level is at that level, you should be good to go. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/59521-bending-float-tab-direction-3-screw-su/?&page=4#findComment-585991 Share on other sites More sharing options...
October 19, 20195 yr comment_585992 Okay i understand all this bending and adjustment but how can i test the car to determine the float level in the chambers incorrect or correct? Driving on a hill? Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/59521-bending-float-tab-direction-3-screw-su/?&page=4#findComment-585992 Share on other sites More sharing options...
October 19, 20195 yr comment_585993 7 minutes ago, jalexquijano said: Okay i understand all this bending and adjustment but how can i test the car to determine the float level in the chambers incorrect or correct? Driving on a hill? Why do you think you need to? Last I heard your car was running properly Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/59521-bending-float-tab-direction-3-screw-su/?&page=4#findComment-585993 Share on other sites More sharing options...
October 19, 20195 yr comment_585995 Its not starving at least! Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/59521-bending-float-tab-direction-3-screw-su/?&page=4#findComment-585995 Share on other sites More sharing options...
October 19, 20195 yr comment_585997 41 minutes ago, DannDZ said: That's what we did. The biggest change was the float was not tipped up quite as much as in the picture and the level was slightly higher. We set both carbs to the same level and that is where we will begin the tuning process. What he said. More fuel in the chamber you need to bend the tang down, away from the needle. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/59521-bending-float-tab-direction-3-screw-su/?&page=4#findComment-585997 Share on other sites More sharing options...
October 20, 20195 yr comment_586016 15 hours ago, Patcon said: Why do you think you need to? Last I heard your car was running properly That's what I learned from this process, if it works, you don't need to fix it! ? Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/59521-bending-float-tab-direction-3-screw-su/?&page=4#findComment-586016 Share on other sites More sharing options...
October 31, 20195 yr comment_586694 Can someone explain me the driving up a hill.method to dermine if the float level is correct? Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/59521-bending-float-tab-direction-3-screw-su/?&page=4#findComment-586694 Share on other sites More sharing options...
October 31, 20195 yr comment_586696 For the water jar method, will the float sit the same in water as it would in gasoline? Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/59521-bending-float-tab-direction-3-screw-su/?&page=4#findComment-586696 Share on other sites More sharing options...
October 31, 20195 yr comment_586703 11 hours ago, jalexquijano said: Can someone explain me the driving up a hill.method to dermine if the float level is correct? Â I can't recall ever hearing about using a hill to determine float levels and can't imagine how it would work. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/59521-bending-float-tab-direction-3-screw-su/?&page=4#findComment-586703 Share on other sites More sharing options...
October 31, 20195 yr comment_586704 I just want to double check my float level is correct as i adjusted them last year. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/59521-bending-float-tab-direction-3-screw-su/?&page=4#findComment-586704 Share on other sites More sharing options...
October 31, 20195 yr comment_586706 Â It may be a case of don't fix what ain't broke! How is it running these days? Still loading up the plugs in traffic and running crappy? Are the plugs relatively clean? If you're not having a specific problem it may be best to move on to another concern or sit back and enjoy a brew while admiring your Z. Â I had a thought about checking the mixture (not specifically the float level) while climbing a hill. If one is climbing a steep hill and the mixture is on the lean side, adding a bit of choke will richen the mixture and one can feel the increase of power. Similar to adding more choke to a cold engine. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/59521-bending-float-tab-direction-3-screw-su/?&page=4#findComment-586706 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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