Hey guys,
I've got a problem with my '69 Bug that I can't figure out. This is probably a good question for the old carburetor pros. Anyway, car has
1600 single port engine with fairly new (about 4 years old) Solex/ Brosal H30/31 carb. Ok, car runs fine in most conditions except for inclines, and especially my driveway which is a decent size hill. It acts like there is too much gas in the carb and it will shut off or run very poorly. It's very hard to keep it running to get it up driveway. Today, it stalled at the bottom just as the incline begins, and I got out and noticed some liquid draining between what *appears* to be the manifold and top of the head on driver's side. The liquid would have to be gasoline, right?Over the past few weeks, the problem has not gotten any better. I have re-adjusted the carb to make sure it is in tune and I also replaced the needle valve, for fear that it was sticking open.
Any ideas? If so, it would be much appreciated! I have an original 30 Pict 2 that works ok, but the throttle shaft bushing has quite a bit of wear. I am going to put this on today to see what happens.
Thanks for any ideas and suggestions.
Dane
'69 Bug '72 Super