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silverchief

11-07-2015 @ 4:39 PM

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Sorry - it is a 94.

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11-07-2015 @ 1:37 PM

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Flatfoot,

you"re problem may be with the float setting but note TomO's suggestion to look at all places where fuel could leak. I had same problem of fuel smell when I garaged my '36. Traced it to a leak on a fitting where the previous owner cut the line to install a fuel filter on the frame rail and pieced together the line.

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11-06-2015 @ 6:52 PM

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Silverchief.... I think you should take off the 97 and put on a 94 like a good '46 should.

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11-06-2015 @ 2:55 PM

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40 Coupe

Both the brass plugs in the body of my 97 are wet where they meet the body, but no discernible drip. I tried to remove them for a look see but couldn't budge either. My 46 starts and runs great with no issues - but when I remove the plugs for cleaning they are always black with soot. I am reluctant to mess with the float level because of nice performance otherwise.
What do you think?

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11-05-2015 @ 3:42 PM

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No need for a fuel enhancer or 91 octane. 87 is fine and if you store your vehicle over the winter then some type of fuel life extender can be used. The Ford flathead came from the factory with hardened valve seats so lead additive is not needed. This is not your fuel odor problem. Do make sure the carburetor fuel float level is correct and if you have an electric fuel pump make sure the fuel pressure is between 2 to 2-1/2#. If your running a 97 make sure fuel is not leaking from any of the brass plugs in the body (even a drip). If you need assistance with the 97 Max Musgrove is the Stromberg tech check out Strombergs web site for contact.

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ken ct.

11-04-2015 @ 5:14 PM

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Being that I guess you better find someone who does know how. Set @ 1 7/16" with top upside down on bench. ken ct.

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Being that I guess you better find someone who does know how. Set @ 1 7/16" with top upside down on bench. ken ct.

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11-04-2015 @ 9:12 AM

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Thank you, the plugs are black. I notice a smell of fuel on three of the plugs.k Not sure how to set the float?

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11-03-2015 @ 5:37 PM

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flatfoot, were the plugs black when you pulled them out or light gray? If they are black, it's running to rich. Check your float level in the carb, may be a little to high.
Just a thought!
Tim

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