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Old 11-13-2024, 10:30 AM   #1
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Default Fuel additive that could keep carb jets open

Is there a good fuel additive that can help keep carb jets open?
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Old 11-13-2024, 10:33 AM   #2
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Frank,

There are few products out there, but what exactly are you experiencing? Your jets are getting clogged from sitting or it happens after driving the vehicle?

There could be a myriad of reasons why your jets are clogging. Is your fuel system clean and free of debris?

If so, we can go from there with some recommendations.
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Frank. Fix the problem any additive would probably only be a band aid. As Robert asked. What is the problem.
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Fuel cleaner's only clean varnish. If there is crap in the system, it's not like breaking down a tiny kidney stone...you need to clean the system properly.
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Fuel cleaner's only clean varnish. If there is crap in the system, it's not like breaking down a tiny kidney stone...you need to clean the system properly.
Mike, Kindly inform my doctors about that process.
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Fuel cleaner's only clean varnish. If there is crap in the system, it's not like breaking down a tiny kidney stone...you need to clean the system properly.
I swapped out my old carb for a newly rebuilt one, car now runs great.
I guess I should put a fuel filter in my 1933 model B.
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I swapped out my old carb for a newly rebuilt one, car now runs great.
I guess I should put a fuel filter in my 1933 model B.
I would suggest getting some rubber fuel line and good see through plastic fuel filter for a temporary fix. This will allow you to see how clogged (or not) the filter is getting.

If the filter is getting clogged or dirty quickly, the issue is with the tank and fuel line leading to the filter.
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