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06-18-2009, 06:49 PM
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1973 Ford Gran Torino Help
I am having trouble when my car starts up. when the engine turns i have to press on the gas for it to stay alive but if i don't press the engine dies. i just installed a new starter, do i need to make adjustments on my carburetor?
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06-18-2009, 07:27 PM
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Re: 1973 Ford Gran Torino Help
Welcome to the forum, Mr Eastwood. I did not know you had moved from Carmel CA to Scottsdale.
 Just kidding. I love those old Torinos. Your choke pull-off may not be working. This is a vacuum-operated device that partially opens the choke blade once the engine fires up. It is designed to allow sufficient airflow at idle and prevent the engine from running too rich. typically this device is mounted on the side of the carb and can easily be tested by applying a vacuum source. If its defective, it is easily replaced. |
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06-18-2009, 08:17 PM
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Re: 1973 Ford Gran Torino Help
I would've figured it was Starsky or Hutch asking the question.
 I agree with the above advice, I had a '73 Torino a few years back that I picked up cheap. One of the reasons I got it for a good price was it had the same issue as the OP. It was the choke pull off and once it was replaced, the vehicle ran fine.
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