Re: Runaway Engine

Posted by Packard Illiterati On 2014/10/26 5:58:20

It seems like a fuel delivery issue. Has the carburetor been rebuilt lately? I'm just questioning the float, jets, float needles and seats, or metering needle/rod. There were several times in the past when I had removed an intake and the carb sat empty of fuel for a couple of days. I'd end up pulling the float and needle, then backing out the metering needles a bit before resetting them. Everything would be fine as long as gasoline remained in the carb to keep the seats and seals moist.

Is the throttle return spring worn or weak?