Engine Issues
#1
Engine Issues
So I searched the forums and didn't find this one. First off, my engine is a rebuilt 350 Rocket. After it warms up going down the road then come to a stop at a light for example...sometimes when taking off, the engine sputters and actually dies. Trying to restart it, I have to pump the gas about 4-5 times and then it will start again and run "fine" to a degree. The hotter the ambient temperature outside the worse this affect is. The cooler the ambient temperature, like early morning, not too much of an issue. One question I do have though is do I have to run leaded fuel even though it has been rebuilt and could this maybe be the cause...or two, could it be air fuel mixture and possible timing. Thoughts, ideas, general knowledge of same issue? Thanks in advance.
#2
What carburetor do you have, and is the choke adjusted properly?
One = no and two = yes.
One = no and two = yes.
#4
exactly.leaded gas went out years ago.maybe he meant ethanol?if you have to pump 4 or 5 times i would look at the accelerator pump.this will fall on it's face from a stop.with engine off pull air cleaner off and grab throttle shaft an turn while looking down the throat.see if you get 2 good streams of gas.
#5
Definitely sounding carburetor related. Did you do a proper rebuild of the carb as part of your rebuilt 350? Could be choke related, could the idle circuit/mixture. I would drive the car with the air cleaner off (plug open vacuum lines) and see what’s going on. For example when this happens is the choke plate wide open? Otherwise find a good knowledgeable rebuilder and send your carb off.
#6
Since it sounds like it is worse after the car warms up, and when the ambient temp is higher I suspect that it is vapor locking. Check the fuel line to make sure it is isolated from manifolds or heat. Make sure the fuel filter is not touching the intake. You did not mention if the carb or intake is stock, but some carburators need an insulator between the base and the intake manifold.
#8
Sorry I didn't get back with you all right away. So you can buy lead additive for those wondering. But as far as the culprit goes... It was the cheap POS electric fuel pump that someone put. It is a Mr Gasket #12S. Heard of it? Well apparently it is rated as one of the worst. So looking at suggestions for a new one. The GPH needs to be 33/34 and run 4-7 PSI.
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#11
This product has actual lead in it.
http://www.wildbillscorvette.com/OctaneSupreme01a.htm
http://www.wildbillscorvette.com/OctaneSupreme01a.htm
#14
The EPA banned the sale of leaded fuel for on-road vehicles effective January 1, 1996. Permitted uses are in aviation, racing, marine, and farm vehicles and machinery. Otherwise, it is illegal to put it in your car. Doesn't mean people won't do it, but it is illegal.
#15
you didn't say where the electric pump is mounted but i believe they are better at pushing than pulling so it should be near the tank as opposed to being under the hood.they seem to last longer and perform better.
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