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Model specific boards => Golf mk2 => Topic started by: rizzel on 04 November 2010, 13:47

Title: Idle speed/carburetor problems!
Post by: rizzel on 04 November 2010, 13:47: I have an 1800 driver and have issues with it. Sometimes engine will be fine and will idle fine. Other times the engine speed will drop down to below 100rpm and sometime even cuts out. Also if I push the car a bit, it decides that it really doesn't like it and starts to sputter and jerk. If I turn it off and wait for about 20 mins, it then goes back to normal.

Any advice would be great, thanks :)
Title: Re: Idle speed/carburetor problems!
Post by: mwep201081 on 04 November 2010, 20:47: service it....plugs, plug leads, cap, arm, plugs , oil, filters etc
Title: Re: Idle speed/carburetor problems!
Post by: rubjonny on 08 November 2010, 09:38: if its on the original 2e2 carb, have a read of my 2e2 repair guide. lots of info on the bits which can go wrong. or just admit defeat and buy a webber conversion ;)
Title: Re: Idle speed/carburetor problems!
Post by: Diamond Hell on 08 November 2010, 14:20: Quote from: rubjonny on 08 November 2010, 09:38
or just admit defeat and buy a webber conversion ;)

Is that Jenson's strategy?

Seriously, you've been posting about Weber carbs for how long and you still can't spell WEBER? :rolleyes:
Title: Re: Idle speed/carburetor problems!
Post by: rizzel on 08 November 2010, 16:40: Quote from: rubjonny on 08 November 2010, 09:38
if its on the original 2e2 carb, have a read of my 2e2 repair guide. lots of info on the bits which can go wrong. or just admit defeat and buy a webber conversion ;)

how do I know if its the original 2e2 carb? not sure where to look :laugh:
Title: Re: Idle speed/carburetor problems!
Post by: rubjonny on 09 November 2010, 12:08: have a look in the 2e2 faq, if it looks like the pictures its a 2e2 ;)
2e2 is very complex bit of engineering, with vac pipes and electrical bits all over it. webber is very simple bit of kit
Title: Re: Idle speed/carburetor problems!
Post by: rizzel on 13 November 2010, 03:30: Any ideas how much the webber kit is and where I can get one from? Thanks
Title: Re: Idle speed/carburetor problems!
Post by: rizzel on 15 November 2010, 13:31: Hey, is this the correct one for my car? its an 1800 driver, J Reg

Thanks

http://www.fastroadcars.co.uk/shop/index.php?act=viewProd&productId=32
Title: Re: Idle speed/carburetor problems!
Post by: mwep201081 on 15 November 2010, 15:30: Quote from: rizzel on 15 November 2010, 13:31
Hey, is this the correct one for my car? its an 1800 driver, J Reg

Thanks

http://www.fastroadcars.co.uk/shop/index.php?act=viewProd&productId=32

Yes that'll do, but it's a few shillings cheaper from here:

http://www.vwheritage.com/bbt/Engine-Parts/Aftermarket/Carburettors-Fuel/?templateID=bbt
Title: Re: Idle speed/carburetor problems!
Post by: rizzel on 16 November 2010, 01:25: Nice one thank you, hopefully this should sort the problems :)
Title: Re: Idle speed/carburetor problems!
Post by: Santiago on 21 June 2011, 06:40: ^^^Sounds like you need less spam.
Title: Re: Idle speed/carburetor problems!
Post by: mwep201081 on 21 June 2011, 17:57: Quote from: citti2004 on 21 June 2011, 05:21
hi there..I just installed a new carburetor on my car. When I start the car, the idle speed runs at about 2500 RPM until the engine warms up and the electric choke releases. the idle speed drops to around 2200 RPM. I tried adjusting the standard carburetor float (http://www.thepartsbin.com/brands/standard/standard_carburetor_float.html) levels and idle screw with no luck. I then tried replacing all the vacuum hoses and re-routing them to match my GM service manual depiction for a V8 with a 4 barrel carburetor. While standing by the car wondering what could be the cause of my problem, I noticed that the exhaust pipes for the #7 and #8 cylinders were glowing orange! My guess is that that the motor is pulling air thru a leak in the rear seal of the intake manifold, creating a hotter burn than the other cylinders, and driving up the RPM level. Does anyone have any recommendations for me to try?any help please.??thanks in advance.

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