I have an A that I rebuilt the motor in 4 years ago. Since the rebuild, it still seems very tempermental, starting and running. I had the magneto rebuilt which helped a lot for a while. I know I have a carb issue. It runs rich, some black smoke. It also is hard to start, HOWEVER we figured out that if you unhook the air cleaner it will start. I know the throttle shaft needs bushings put in. Can anyone tell me if we fix the throttle shaft bushings, would it make sense that will fix the other problems? I thought an air leak would make it run lean so maybe it will still smoke but at least it will start? That is my main worry at this point--I want to use it to cultivate and I need it to start reliably. If I can't I will have to buy an electric start tractor for that job and I would rather the old A earn her keep.
As far as the bushings go is that something a shade tree mechanic can tackle or am I better off sending it to a real carb guy and/or a machine shop.? I feel like I can do it but I thought that before I messed up my original carb too. Money is always an issue but sometimes you can step over a dollar to pick up a dime.
Thanks
Mike
As far as the bushings go is that something a shade tree mechanic can tackle or am I better off sending it to a real carb guy and/or a machine shop.? I feel like I can do it but I thought that before I messed up my original carb too. Money is always an issue but sometimes you can step over a dollar to pick up a dime.
Thanks
Mike