64 carb issue
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64 carb issue
Okay, on to the next thing. The engine cuts off continually. I thought maybe fuel wasn’t getting through to the engine. Complete opposite is happening I took off the air filter, the carb is shooting fuel out. I took some screenshots of the video I took. So I suppose the engine is being flooded and isn’t getting a proper balance of fuel and air. What should I do? Is the carb bad?
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Re: 64 carb issue
Not necessarily a "bad" carburetor. Could be a bad needle or seat for the float. Or it could be a stuck float. I would check that first. If you find a worn or bad needle for the float you can buy what is called a "tuneup" kit for the carb and it should have a new needle in it.
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Steve - 1955 Thunderbird
Re: 64 carb issue
Yes and if it is a stuck needle valve, once you get it sorted you may want to add an inline fuel filter to help to prevent a recurrence.
1964 TBird Hardtop
1969 Galaxie 500 Convertible
1990 Mustang 5.0 LX
1974 Porsche 914 2.0
1969 Galaxie 500 Convertible
1990 Mustang 5.0 LX
1974 Porsche 914 2.0
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Re: 64 carb issue
How do I approach this? With my very basic mechanic skills is this something I should attempt? Do I need to remove the carburetor? Is there a video from start to finish that anyone would recommend? Thank you
Re: 64 carb issue
Try googling the make and model # of the carb, usually there are how to videos on YouTube and info you can access on the web. A rebuild kit will come with instructions or at least an exploded diagram showing where the parts are.
The rebuild kit will be cheap compared to a new carb.
The rebuild kit will be cheap compared to a new carb.
1964 TBird Hardtop
1969 Galaxie 500 Convertible
1990 Mustang 5.0 LX
1974 Porsche 914 2.0
1969 Galaxie 500 Convertible
1990 Mustang 5.0 LX
1974 Porsche 914 2.0
Re: 64 carb issue
What’s the make, model # and cfm for the carb?
1964 TBird Hardtop
1969 Galaxie 500 Convertible
1990 Mustang 5.0 LX
1974 Porsche 914 2.0
1969 Galaxie 500 Convertible
1990 Mustang 5.0 LX
1974 Porsche 914 2.0
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Re: 64 carb issue
Alright, I took the top off, and here is what I found:
The back float was under a large pool of fuel. I took off the float and pin. I think the needle needs to be replaced. Anyone know how to get this out? I’ll look it up, just wondering if anyone has any suggestions.
Also I posted additional pics and of anyone sees anything that I may be overlooking please share.
Thank you everyone for your help.
The back float was under a large pool of fuel. I took off the float and pin. I think the needle needs to be replaced. Anyone know how to get this out? I’ll look it up, just wondering if anyone has any suggestions.
Also I posted additional pics and of anyone sees anything that I may be overlooking please share.
Thank you everyone for your help.
Re: 64 carb issue
You found your problem - that's great! So it's not the needle and seat, it's a bad float.
I once had a float drown in a parking lot - I think I was about 17. I didn't know what was wrong (wouldn't start) so I just kept cranking until it hydrolocked. Took off the air cleaner and the carb was full to the brim with gas.
After getting a replacement carb, I pulled the spark plugs and cranked the eng. Gas flew out like 8 little fire hoses. We left two huge wet area's on either side of the car. It was everywhere!
I'm amazed we didn't incinerate ourselves.
Scott
I once had a float drown in a parking lot - I think I was about 17. I didn't know what was wrong (wouldn't start) so I just kept cranking until it hydrolocked. Took off the air cleaner and the carb was full to the brim with gas.
After getting a replacement carb, I pulled the spark plugs and cranked the eng. Gas flew out like 8 little fire hoses. We left two huge wet area's on either side of the car. It was everywhere!
I'm amazed we didn't incinerate ourselves.
Scott
1964 Coupe Wimbledon white/Rangoon Red w/black int. Owned for 42 years. It was my folks car before that (second owners). VTCI # 12013.
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Re: 64 carb issue
Got the rear float ordered. Thanks for the help!
Scott, that's a funny story. I'm glad you're able to share that experience, and we can figure this out. It's nice outside, and am ready to drive this around.
Scott, that's a funny story. I'm glad you're able to share that experience, and we can figure this out. It's nice outside, and am ready to drive this around.
Re: 64 carb issue
Hi there. If the flooding had been going on for awhile, you may have gas in the crankcase oil. Suggest you check and replace the oil if needed.
Doug
Doug
1964 TBird Hardtop
1969 Galaxie 500 Convertible
1990 Mustang 5.0 LX
1974 Porsche 914 2.0
1969 Galaxie 500 Convertible
1990 Mustang 5.0 LX
1974 Porsche 914 2.0
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Re: 64 carb issue
64ZCODE, thanks for your help.
As far as the carb make and model, all I could find on the carb was a tag that read: FOMOCO C4SF B, A 3GC.
As far as the carb make and model, all I could find on the carb was a tag that read: FOMOCO C4SF B, A 3GC.
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Re: 64 carb issue
I would recommend also getting the "carburetor tune up kit". It will have new needles and gaskets to replace for the things that you disassembled. especially if the old gaskets are dried out or deformed at all. New gaskets will seal better.
Steve - 1955 Thunderbird
Re: 64 carb issue
It's possible you've got your original carb, which is pretty amazing.johnson4prez wrote: ↑Fri May 17, 2019 9:09 am 64ZCODE, thanks for your help.
As far as the carb make and model, all I could find on the carb was a tag that read: FOMOCO C4SF B, A 3GC.
C -- 1960's
4 -- 1964
S -- Thunderbird
(F -- Engineering code)
~Steve
Re: 64 carb issue
That’s an Autolite, right? Unless you’re a purist, why not upgrade to a 670 cfm Holley or Edelbrock?
1964 TBird Hardtop
1969 Galaxie 500 Convertible
1990 Mustang 5.0 LX
1974 Porsche 914 2.0
1969 Galaxie 500 Convertible
1990 Mustang 5.0 LX
1974 Porsche 914 2.0
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Re: 64 carb issue
It's possible you've got your original carb, which is pretty amazing.
C -- 1960's
4 -- 1964
S -- Thunderbird
(F -- Engineering code)
~Steve
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