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1971 Cadillac Fleetwood Sedan Base

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April 5, 2010, 1:20 pm

Ron S
 

Question: Engine spottering after 10 minutes of running

I have 1955 Cad orginal engine carburtor.
after the car runs for 10 minutes it starts to spotter realy bad, I replaced the plugs, points, coil, and condensor, addded a see threw fule filter the car does get gas can you help ?
thank you
ron


April 6, 2010, 8:00 pm

Tyler O
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You may need a replacement or rebuilt carb

Check the adjustments - check fuel pressure.


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