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Old Aug 22, 2007 | 06:39 PM
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Default Carburetor problems

i have an 1985 mustang 5.0L all stock no modifiCations with a stock 4 barrel holley carb but i dont know how to set the needles on it. the needle in the back of the carb was clogged so i unclogged it but now there is too much gas spraying out the center and i also took the front one out to clean it but i dont know how to set them help PLEASE.
Old Aug 24, 2007 | 02:57 PM
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QUESTION How do I adjust the fuel level on my carburetor? [/align]ANSWER Setting the fuel level should be the first thing you do before attempting to make any further adjustments.The float level should put the fuel level just below the bottom of sight plug hole. You will make the adjustment with the vehicle on a level surface and the engine idling. You will first remove the sight plug, then to make your adjustment you will need to loosen the lock screw on the needle and seat. This will allow you to turn the adjusting nut to raise or lower the float level. Each hex flat on the nut will change the float level approximatly 1/32". When you have the fuel level just below sight plug hole you will then tighten the lock screw and reinstall the sight hole plug. Make sure you have a shop towel handy in case you have any fuel leaks from the Sight plug or needle and seat adjusting nut. [/align]
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