Re: Hard starting when hot

Posted by BigKev On 2011/10/11 13:31:03

On my '54 there is a ~1/2" thick phenolic insulator between the manifold and the carb. This help to insulate the carb from the manifold heat. I often see these missing on cars. The insulator looks like a black "plastic" spacer and is the exact shape of the carb gasket.

As other said the electric should be back by the tank as it's more efficient as a pusher, than a puller. Not sure what type of electric pump you have, but if you want to start using the mechanical pump again, and then only use the electric as a primer or as a booster in vapor lock situation, they I recommend that you make sure the pump is can "drawn thru" when off.

Also make sure to have a fuel filter between the tank and the pump as nothing destroys an electric pump quicker then debris.