Re: 55PackardGuy's '54 Clipper Deluxe
Posted by 55PackardGuy On 2015/7/7 18:12:56
No, the Fuel gauge is not reading either. That is why I think it's in the wiring: not likely (although possible) that both the sending units or both the gauges are bad, They are both on the same regulator and breaker, though, so I'm thinking instrument panel connections. Hence, crawling around under the dash is imminent.
Now, for simpler (?) things.
Adjusted the idle mixture to 1-1/4 turns on both screws. No noticeable difference.
Second, looked at the wiring. Plug #8 was laying across the linkage bar at the back of the head (remember that thing?) and the plug connection was loose.
Not content to do one thing at a time, I re-routed the wiring and adjusted the (very inadequate and cracked) wire loom that is supposed to hold the wires up from the head. In so doing, I gained some clearance for the #8 plug wire. Tightened the connector.
Much improvement, to my amazement. Have not road-tested it yet. Fingers crossed.
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Now, for simpler (?) things.
Adjusted the idle mixture to 1-1/4 turns on both screws. No noticeable difference.
Second, looked at the wiring. Plug #8 was laying across the linkage bar at the back of the head (remember that thing?) and the plug connection was loose.
Not content to do one thing at a time, I re-routed the wiring and adjusted the (very inadequate and cracked) wire loom that is supposed to hold the wires up from the head. In so doing, I gained some clearance for the #8 plug wire. Tightened the connector.
Much improvement, to my amazement. Have not road-tested it yet. Fingers crossed.
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