Re: still rough idle

Posted by steve828 On 2011/7/7 10:12:07

I jacked the rear end of the car up about 8 inches and let it sit for about 36 hours and then drained some gas into a white porcelain bucket (about 3 gal worth). Result was absolutely pristine gasoline with no sediment or rust in the bucket. Started the car yesterday and ran until warm. Car ran smoothly for about a mile then slight rough idle and misfire. Shut the engine down from rough idle and immediately restarted. Smooth idle and no misfire. Noticed the base of my Carter 2bbl quite damp with gas oozing from somewhere from the bottom part of the carb (perhaps from near the actuating shaft that runs thru it from one side to the other). Next step probably carb rebuild.

Thanks for all your suggestions.