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Topic: Backfire and Hesitation |
lilm38
Replies: 14
Views: 252
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Forum: Technical Knowledge Base Posted: Tue Mar 26, 2024 7:34 pm Subject: Backfire and Hesitation |
Thank you Wes. Based on your photos it confirms I did install the correct spring sizes for the designated diaphragms. I set the float distance at 1/4" measured between the bottom center of float and t ... |
Topic: Backfire and Hesitation |
lilm38
Replies: 14
Views: 252
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Forum: Technical Knowledge Base Posted: Mon Mar 25, 2024 1:32 pm Subject: Backfire and Hesitation |
Ron,
Thanks for the additional info. Yes, I replaced the Voltage Regulator. |
Topic: Backfire and Hesitation |
lilm38
Replies: 14
Views: 252
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Forum: Technical Knowledge Base Posted: Mon Mar 25, 2024 3:50 am Subject: Backfire and Hesitation |
One other thing. I did take note of the correction Wes made on the spring placement when rebuilding the carb. Would the spring size have anything to do with this? There were two sizes supplied of the ... |
Topic: Backfire and Hesitation |
lilm38
Replies: 14
Views: 252
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Forum: Technical Knowledge Base Posted: Mon Mar 25, 2024 3:42 am Subject: Backfire and Hesitation |
Thanks to all for the responses. I will do the recommended actions when I get back to CC. I am aware of the fuel line issue and have been planning to make the change away from the manifold but the pot ... |
Topic: Backfire and Hesitation |
lilm38
Replies: 14
Views: 252
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Forum: Technical Knowledge Base Posted: Sun Mar 24, 2024 3:18 pm Subject: Backfire and Hesitation |
!!!! It was driving fine 3 weeks ago. Then it started popping and stalling and surges in power while I was, of course, taking a date for a Sunday drive. Barely made it back to the garage. But prior to ... |
Topic: Backfire and Hesitation |
lilm38
Replies: 14
Views: 252
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Forum: Technical Knowledge Base Posted: Sun Mar 24, 2024 12:31 pm Subject: Backfire and Hesitation |
Hi All,
Vehicle is an M38, 24v, Carter YS Carb, Dual AC Fuel/Vac Pump. I've been trying to get this to run correctly but no joy. It hesitates, stalls, emits a gunshot decibel backfire on acceleration ... |
Topic: M38 Excessive Body Angle |
lilm38
Replies: 8
Views: 794
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Forum: Technical Knowledge Base Posted: Fri Feb 23, 2024 9:00 pm Subject: M38 Excessive Body Angle |
Thanks for the responses. In reference to the springs, yes, they are the original springs that were on it when I got it at a scrap auction 25 years ago. They had definitely seen some use at that time. ... |
Topic: M38 Excessive Body Angle |
lilm38
Replies: 8
Views: 794
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Forum: Technical Knowledge Base Posted: Wed Feb 21, 2024 7:13 pm Subject: M38 Excessive Body Angle |
What would cause this situation?
The springs U-bolts are all torqued to spec.
The springs are correct with the proper number of leaves.
The tires are inflated to correct PSI.
The body tun DID ... |
Topic: Canvas Repair kit |
lilm38
Replies: 4
Views: 1045
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Forum: Technical Knowledge Base Posted: Thu Feb 01, 2024 9:17 pm Subject: Canvas Repair kit |
Ok. Thanks for all the great suggestions. My kit came with a 10"x10" OD canvas patch, a sewing awl and spool combo and a spool of thread .However, I think Im gonna heed you alls advice and take it to ... |
Topic: Canvas Repair kit |
lilm38
Replies: 4
Views: 1045
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Forum: Technical Knowledge Base Posted: Fri Jan 26, 2024 8:03 pm Subject: Canvas Repair kit |
Does anyone have any experience with repairing rips in canvas tops or reattaching the straps? I got a kit from Beachwood Canvas with a Sailmakers Sewing Awl in it. Any tips from those who have done it ... |
Topic: F & R Axle U-Bolt bracket nuts |
lilm38
Replies: 2
Views: 999
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Forum: Technical Knowledge Base Posted: Sat Jun 10, 2023 9:24 pm Subject: F & R Axle U-Bolt bracket nuts |
Thanks Wes. That's exactly the info I needed. |
Topic: F & R Axle U-Bolt bracket nuts |
lilm38
Replies: 2
Views: 999
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Forum: Technical Knowledge Base Posted: Sat Jun 10, 2023 5:15 pm Subject: F & R Axle U-Bolt bracket nuts |
Vehicle is a 51-M38.
Is there a specific torque for the U-Bolt nuts? The threads seem longer on one and shorter on others. I am not referring to the one longer bolt for the differential, I mean the a ... |
Topic: Is a Regulator VBC4004UT interchangeable with VBC4002UT |
lilm38
Replies: 22
Views: 5712
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Forum: Technical Knowledge Base Posted: Mon Apr 10, 2023 2:55 am Subject: Is a Regulator VBC4004UT interchangeable with VBC4002UT |
Perfect. As always you have the answer. Thank you Wes. |
Topic: Is a Regulator VBC4004UT interchangeable with VBC4002UT |
lilm38
Replies: 22
Views: 5712
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Forum: Technical Knowledge Base Posted: Sun Apr 09, 2023 10:50 am Subject: Is a Regulator VBC4004UT interchangeable with VBC4002UT |
Thanks Wes. I have two different regulators. A 4004UT and a 4002UT. The pics on page 1 of this thread show both units and both mounting brackets. One is for the 38 and one is for the 38A1. The Prestol ... |
Topic: Is a Regulator VBC4004UT interchangeable with VBC4002UT |
lilm38
Replies: 22
Views: 5712
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Forum: Technical Knowledge Base Posted: Sat Apr 08, 2023 9:48 pm Subject: Is a Regulator VBC4004UT interchangeable with VBC4002UT |
Ok.Thanks Wes. Looks like there are two different types of mounts. I have the brackets for the regulator that has threaded holes on the underside and my regulator has the mounting holes in flanges on ... |
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