What kind of rpm range should curb idle be for a 1776 w/ a 100 degree Engel cam? This bus has dual Kadrons, I suspect that doesn't make any difference. Cam might not, either -- what do I know?
At present, it idles at around 1100 rpm when warm.
the engle w100(*not 100 degree) should idle around 900rpm...(no more than 1000)
------------------- Chris Perdue
*All opinions are those of the author of this post* "Sometimes you're the windshield, sometimes you're the bug"
Engel | Engle; 100-degree | w100 . . . sheesh, you'd think I could get
*something* right. 900 rpm. Check. Time to fuss with the two idle screws.I got my timing light, I got two carburetors, I got time tomorrow to mess with these things. I got no idea what I am doing.
I won't go blaming you guys when I come crying for help.
i sure hope the carbs are set up at least close to right for you....if the carbs are not jetted properly, you will struggle with any "proper" settings and may never actually achieve a setting that is "normal"...i absolutely hate carb jetting....not really hard, but a pain in the rear section...
------------------- Chris Perdue
*All opinions are those of the author of this post* "Sometimes you're the windshield, sometimes you're the bug"
No different from stock. To make sure oil is getting pumped everywhere adequately even at idle (hot engine, lower oil pressure) I keep my idle at about 900. When you have everything tuned right it will idle at 700 all day long. Matter of choice really. Go with 900 and you won't have any problems.
Jan
At present, I have smooth idle (though I think it is a tad high), good power, no flat spots and am getting 19 mpg mixed street/freeway. Anything there to suggest I might have a jetting problem?
Forget guesswork and "tuning by ear". Have the mixtured checked /adjusted by a reputable shop. One that has an exhaust gas analyser. "sniffer" if you want to call it that. Have it checked at idle, and from there at 1500, 2500, 3500 and 4500 if you can.
Jan
Okay. But need help locating such a shop. For those that know coastal Southern California, I live in Carlsbad. Henry's in Encinitas will not touch the car because they are a O-fficial Smog Station (respect my authority!) and the bus has been modified. VW Paradise in San Marcos sent me home with a falling-off coil and a loose fuel line when I got the carbs installed, so I am not confident with their attention to detail. Anyone else nearby come to mind?
The only guy I know personally in California is located somewhere near San Jose, Ray Schubert. His shop is named "Volksauthority". I'm not sure if he has an analyzer, but he's got experience and knows aircooled VW's well, as they are his #1 priority, but he isn't limited to them (This is a good thing).
Jan
What about the guys at
I'll second that. Ray is definitely one of the good guys. He isn't local, but if you let him know your coming he might go through it with you. Cool place to visit, too. Ray has waaay to many toys!
Max
Hm. 7-1/2 hours one way.
Sounds great, but 6-1/2 hours one way. CA is a darn large place!
That's long enough to drive to have time to burn a few valves and melt pistons, if the engine was running lean..... :D
Jan
Agreed. I lived in SJ from 1976-2001.
Max
bummer! Mark Detro Englewood, FL
got any buddies in the heating business? these guys have a wonderful machine that they use to set up oil and gas fired furnaces....
------------------- Chris Perdue
*All opinions are those of the author of this post* "Sometimes you're the windshield, sometimes you're the bug"
Nope. Know some guys that know how to build up great road bicycles, but that's no help.
And that's only about half way up...
When in Silicon Valley, you can have a beer at "The Faultline" on Oak Mead Parkway, a great brew-pub. Ask ANT about it.
Mike.
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