"It just quits"..........

Posted by Packard Newbie On 2016/6/27 22:16:48

I am hard over on a '39 Six resto and have been trying to solve a somewhat mysterious condition with engine operation. The car starts, idles and runs quite well (no smoke, no knocks, decent idle, etc.) but when driving, it just quits when idling up to a stop sign. I added a new (rebuilt) carb and, although it runs better (smoother idle, running and more power) the stalling issue continues. The fuel pump looks 'recent' with shiny new screws, so I am wondering if anyone out there has ever run into this, or if it smacks of anything 'predictable'?? I am not a mechanic (obviously!) and would like to eliminate the fuel pump. Is there a sure-fire way to 'test' it??? Any suggestions?