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carburator problems....

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Old 09-03-2006, 08:35 AM
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Default carburator problems....

i just purchased a 83 gt. and i changed the carburator to a holley 600. the intake is stock.
the problem is when i put the car in gear and try to move. when i give it gas, the carburator
backfires and the car hesitates to move. can i get some help please
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Old 09-03-2006, 02:48 PM
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Default RE: carburator problems....

Check timing and electrical stuff.
Also check fuel level in the sight plugs on the side of the carb.
Is this carb new or used?
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Old 09-03-2006, 02:52 PM
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Default RE: carburator problems....

sounds like fuel/air needs adjustin....
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