Posted by Bruce (VA) on November 03, 2011 at 11:26:17 from (24.125.80.178):
In Reply to: 1952 8n timing posted by SAshby on November 03, 2011 at 11:16:28:
" Also what would be causing gas to leak out the bottom of the carb during start up? "
Too much choke which causes the plugs to foul & makes it hard to start.
First, replace the plugs. If you flooded it, they're fouled & it will be it next to impossible to start. You don't need to toss them; heat the tips for a few seconds w/ a propane torch to burn off the invisible spark-robbing deposits from today's additive filled gasoline........or wash them in lacquer thinner.
The usual cause of gas dripping out of the carb throat is operator error. While each N has it's own starting sequence, none of them will start well by just yanking out the choke rod & holding it out for 5 or 10 seconds while the engine cranks. This is an updraft carb w/ a gravity fuel system; it is by it's very nature subject to flooding. Too much choke makes it happen.
Try this:
Key on, gas on 2 full turns, clutch in, 3/4 throttle, press the starter button. Let it crank for at least 3 - 4 seconds before you pull the choke rod. Then, don't hold it out for more than 2 or 3 seconds.
" Just want to make sure i have the timing correct. "
Unless you screwed w/it by loosening the bolt on the distributor, chances are very good that it's fine. Chances are better that it has a points problem. Check the gap & alignment.
You have described 'static' timing. What I think you want is dynamic timing w/ the engine running. To to that, you need a timing light. Got one?
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