Engine problems

[Jim (across the pond) Adamek]

This looks like a great site. I am having a problem. The engine is out of a Hillman Hunter. The engine idles just fine but when the gas pedal is pressed the engine dies.  I replaced the fuel pump but it did not help. I took the top off of the carb but it looks just fine. Any suggestions? 

[Jim (across the pond) Adamek]

There is a plastic plug on the bottom of of the fuel bowel but I do not see any adjustment screws down there. About a year ago that plug was leaking real bad so I had to wrap the plug in rubber tape.

[1midz0wwbl268]

at the bottom of the carb, there should be a round opening with a nut on it, thats the mixture assembly, you turn that nut  to weaken or enrich the mixture.  it should be right in the middle of the carb 

[Jim (across the pond) Adamek]

I purchased a set of two carbs to replace the single stromburg but they were in to bad of shape to use. they have adjustments on the bottom but the stromburg just has that plastic cap

[Jim (across the pond) Adamek]

I suspected that there is an air leak somewhere but have not found it.

[Paul Thomas]

Early stromberga had the adjustment down the centre of the dash pot, I believe you can still buy the tool. Replace the diapham anyway.

[Paul Thomas]

Just checked on ebay all 3 types of tool available

[Jim (across the pond) Adamek]

Paul, the top of the carb has the oil cap on top. Is the adjustment down below the oil?

[Paul Thomas]

Yes unscrew the plastic cap, Put the tool down the centre and turn it soowly till it locates, Then you wind the needle up or down.1 tool is like a long alan key with a guide, the other looks much the same but on the end of the alen key is a different locateing peace, hope this helps.

[Jim (across the pond) Adamek]

If I need the tool I think I will have to get it over there in the UK, I do not think I will find it over here in Florida.

[Jim (across the pond) Adamek]

I just took the top off of the carb and noticed there is no oil under the cap. Could this be the problem?  Also what type of fluid do I need to put in it. Would brake fluid work?

[Jim (across the pond) Adamek]

Thanks for the information! You guys are great! I am a member of the Dutton Ownersw Club but it seems less people use their forum these days. I am amazed all the replies from you guys. I am going to get the oil and I will reply l after I I put it in. 

[1midz0wwbl268]

I would bet that once you have put oil in the dash pot, it will be fine, the info says to use engine oil  if you cant get 3 in 1  you can use 10/ 40 oil