I have an 81 starlet which had been sitting sometime unused. I replaced starter and spark plugs but it will only start after many , many attempts. It runs very well and doesn't stall once it starts. While attempting to start it there appears to be steam boiling out of the carburetor, as if rainwater has accumulated in there, though I don't see how. Any tips appreciated
If it has been sitting for a long time, the carburetor may have varnish deposits or fuel is leaking out of the bowl.
Make sure that the choke sets properly so that the throttle plate closes off the barrels in the carb. Check the fuel level in the sight glass on the side of the carb.
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