JoninFountain wrote:
So its been a while! After a few years of enjoyment, and some serious non rv time due to work and other non fun things like different days off etc. we are going to relocate and my rv has gotta go. One issue I'm having is it stalling when getting into gear. Engine is strong, and once I coax it into gear and going
its ok at higher rpm but it will stall if I let up on gas.
I was diligent in starting it up and keeping it pretty straight. But I am at a loss. Carb or vacuum issue I'm guessing, Chilton is kind of vague though.
Any advice or help is appreciated. The past advice about flipping the old fridge upside down was spot on...
Vacuum and carb is a good start. (I switched the two for a reason.)
"Ignition first, fuel second." A mantra taught to me by an oldtimer around 45 years ago.
Start by checking the distributor vacuum advance hose. A disconnected, leaking, or loose hose can cause stalling by throwing the ignition timing off.
StingrayL82 comment (above) is good. A major vacuum leak can keep the distributor vacuum advance from working.
Next, check the carburetor linkage and make sure the choke plate is opening freely. Also check the transmission downshift linkage, which is connected to the throttle and choke linkage.
Then, check the engine timing.
Report back once you've checked these and fixed any problems you find.
