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Does anyone know the male thread size of the fuel inlet fitting for this carb? I've tried to research online, but get differing answers. I think...
Thanks @alanp561 I would need to check, but I suspect they're whatever came on the car. I understand what you're saying, but if you have a pump...
@chicken it's fairly instantaneous, maybe a couple of seconds at most.
@tubman Google suggests there are 3.785 litres to a US gallon. So 32 US GPH would be about 121 LPH, which is double the max of my pump (60 LPH)....
Could anyone tell me the volume of fuel the engine requires at full throttle?
Thanks @chicken won't it need to supply more at full throttle though?
@69fury we've checked the plug wires, no crossing and all look to be in good condition. Missed the distributor cap off the list above, but that's...
I've found in the manual that at idle it should consume 1 pint in less than 45 seconds. This equates to 38L/H or about 10G/H. So at full...
Thanks @tubman so the reason I think it might be fuel is that it only happens at near to full throttle. In reaching the conclusion it might be...
Hi All, Having a problem with my Mercury. At full throttle it's spluttering and cutting out. I've got a 6v electric fuel pump fitted. Engine is...
I only ask as two BIG97'S is only 14cfm more than three regular 97s.
Thanks for your reply. I've seen lots of people running triple carbs on Flatheads, why do you say it would only need one BIG97?
Thanks for your help! Might go for the Stromberg e-fire distributor (sacrilege I know) but probably easier for me to get hold of in the UK than...
Thanks Tubman that's good to know. The upgraded carbs will be part of a rebuild I'm planning. Currently the engine is a completely stock Merc...
Hi all, Looking for some advice from the hive mind. I've been presented with the opportunity to buy a pair of Stromberg BIG97's at a very good...
Thanks Squirrel, any idea where I can get the correct rebuild kit for it?
Afternoon Hamber's I'm looking for some help to ID my fuel pump. I took it off to rebuild as I'm having some fueling issues, but on taking it...
Congrats on your award, love your car! How much have you lowered it as that's the exact stance I'm looking for?
Reviving an old post here. Looks like this kit is still available from POL. Has anyone used it recently, is it a genuine bolt on kit? I assume...
Do you mean this one? https://www.kijiji.ca/v-classic-cars/city-of-toronto/1951-mercury-sedan-best-offer/1656602533 Much more of a project than...
Seller has decided he's not selling it anymore, so onto the next one. Thanks for your help everyone.
Not afraid, just think it might skew people's estimates. It's up for $30k USD.
I've had it inspected and it's rust free. The only areas that need attention are listed in my initial post. Was just looking to get some rough...
Thanks! Winters aren't quite as bad here, so I could potentially keep using it. Yes original gearbox with overdrive. I wouldn't be doing any long...
It's got the original 255 flathead (just updated the initial post). As I'm based in the UK I'd definitely need the wipers/heater come winter, but...
I deliberately didn't post as I was looking to get independent views rather than 'yeah that's about right'. It's located in California.
Hi All, Looking to get some help on a value for the Merc below that I'm looking at purchasing. The good: Original 255 flathead Rust free Paint...
Thanks @Tman. Has anyone had any experience of AAG (Auto Appraisal Group Inc)? Here's the car, license plate is MS172. [ATTACH]
Hi Pav, Thanks for replying. Ideally I'm looking to make sure that it runs and drives ok, and that it isn't a pile of rust underneath, in the...
Good Afternoon All, As the title suggests I'm looking to join the classic Mercury club and I need to get a pre-purchase inspection of a 1951...
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