15-02-2019, 08:23 AM
Over the last few days, aided by some quite reasonable weather, I've spent many pleasurable hours working on my Mk1 Ruby. It had sadly languished in the back of my garage for several years, so I'm pleased that I've finally got to grips with it again.
One thing is troubling me and it's not something I can remember ever being an issue with this car before. The engine is quite worn, but still starts and runs reasonably well. However, I am now finding it very hesitant when opening the throttle from normal tickover. It will either stall or require very gentle application of the pedal before the revs pick up.
Any suggestions as to how I might troubleshoot this? I suppose it has to be something fairly rudimentary. Might it be advantageous to get my old carburettor reconditioned while I am at it? Many thanks.
One thing is troubling me and it's not something I can remember ever being an issue with this car before. The engine is quite worn, but still starts and runs reasonably well. However, I am now finding it very hesitant when opening the throttle from normal tickover. It will either stall or require very gentle application of the pedal before the revs pick up.
Any suggestions as to how I might troubleshoot this? I suppose it has to be something fairly rudimentary. Might it be advantageous to get my old carburettor reconditioned while I am at it? Many thanks.