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freak · 05-07-2016, 08:34 AM

My spark plugs look black indicating a rich condition. Problem is that if I lean it out using the GAV it doesn't run good. Loses power. The GAV is about 5/8 open which is where the carb builder set it up to be. It idles decent but doesn't have loads of power. This is the only A I've driven so the power may be normal. Based on my vagueness does anyone have any tips?

Dick So. Cal. · 05-07-2016, 10:01 AM

Maybe you have too cold a plug. I recently changed to the repro 3X and it made my very stock engine run better. The previous plug was too cold.

Dick

katy · 05-07-2016, 10:15 AM

What plugs are you running?

Mitch//pa · 05-07-2016, 10:44 AM

There is also an air bleed (fuel / air ratio) adjustment on the carb..could that be set to rich?
Agree with the 3X plug statement as far as being the best for most cars. Yes they are slightly more expensive

but so what they perform and look the best

Y-Blockhead · 05-07-2016, 10:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dick So. Cal.

Maybe you have too cold a plug. I recently changed to the repro 3X and it made my very stock engine run better. The previous plug was too cold.

Dick

What Dick sez...

Keep an eye on Amazon.com. I got a set for $18.99 per back in January. Manufacturer #429.

freak · 05-07-2016, 11:14 AM

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I'm using R44XLS plugs with a Lion speed head 3.

05-07-2016, 08:34 AM	#1
freak Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Pemberville, Ohio Posts: 456	plugs look black My spark plugs look black indicating a rich condition. Problem is that if I lean it out using the GAV it doesn't run good. Loses power. The GAV is about 5/8 open which is where the carb builder set it up to be. It idles decent but doesn't have loads of power. This is the only A I've driven so the power may be normal. Based on my vagueness does anyone have any tips?

05-07-2016, 10:01 AM	#2
Dick So. Cal. Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: El Segundo CA Posts: 181	Re: plugs look black Maybe you have too cold a plug. I recently changed to the repro 3X and it made my very stock engine run better. The previous plug was too cold. Dick

05-07-2016, 10:15 AM	#3
katy Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Red Deer, Alberta Posts: 5,046	Re: plugs look black What plugs are you running? __________________ If you don't hear a rumor by 10 AM, start one!. Got my education out behind the barn!

05-07-2016, 11:14 AM	#6
freak Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Pemberville, Ohio Posts: 456	Re: plugs look black Sponsored Links (Register now to hide all advertisements) I'm using R44XLS plugs with a Lion speed head 3.

05-07-2016, 10:44 AM	#4
Mitch//pa BANNED Join Date: May 2010 Location: Bucks County, PA Posts: 11,454	Re: plugs look black There is also an air bleed (fuel / air ratio) adjustment on the carb..could that be set to rich? Agree with the 3X plug statement as far as being the best for most cars. Yes they are slightly more expensive but so what they perform and look the best