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Back fires at high speeds
Float is set too low.
Main Jet Orifice contains dirt or rust, or is too small.
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Symptoms
Symptoms and Causes
Gas Leaks from Carburetor
Engine won"t idle smoothly at 350 to 450 RPM.
Problems when driving 5-35 MPH
Problems when driving over 30 to 35 MPH
Engine dies when vehicle comes to a stop
Low mileage / Sooty plugs / Mixture rich / Smell gas
Mixture lean and over heating
» Back fires at high speeds
Miss and jerks on hard pulls at low speeds
Opening GAV does not provide extra fuel at low speeds
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