21-06-2022, 06:21 PM
Thanks for the replies. I’ve just changed the engine oil (20W50). My next job should be changing the gearbox oil and I’ll use the same stuff.
Thanks for the tips on keeping 1st for steep incline starts only. I’ll try just using 2nd.
My ear tells me that it’s idling too quickly. I did try slowing the idle rate but found when the throttle was blipped the car just wanted to cut out. The quicker idle stopped that. I guess that could be fuel mixture related? Points look nice and clean, haven’t checked the plugs. Float chamber jets are clear.
As for the senior service tip, I’ll need to take up smoking! ?
Thanks for the tips on keeping 1st for steep incline starts only. I’ll try just using 2nd.
My ear tells me that it’s idling too quickly. I did try slowing the idle rate but found when the throttle was blipped the car just wanted to cut out. The quicker idle stopped that. I guess that could be fuel mixture related? Points look nice and clean, haven’t checked the plugs. Float chamber jets are clear.
As for the senior service tip, I’ll need to take up smoking! ?