My van stalls when i put the clutch down =s

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Htotheunit

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Hello, i had this problem fixed on my '71 by getting a garage to 'tune' my engine (tick over timing, clean the carb etc) and a week later the problem is here again... last time it was dirt in the carburetor, could it be something more serious, or is it more bloody dirt! is there anything i can do, or shall i just take it to the garage again?

Cheers :wink:
 
have you got an inline fuel filter between the petrol tank and fuel pump? if not i would advise you to get one.

If the carb was cleaned and the problem went away then came back a week later it sounds like youve got dirt getting in somewhere? most likely crud in your petrol tank, it could also be water in the mix. empty some fuel into a clear container, if its milky theres water in it

I assume it drops revs when you clutch? what is it idling like? is it on a fast idle?
 
Idol was fine, ticked over perfectly, all my timing was correct, it just cuts when i drop the clutch and it wont tick over when i'm still any more (most likely the same problem) what's an inline filter and how can i check if i have one?
 
Do you know what sort of engine and carb you've got also? Maybe it's a 1600 twinport with a solex 34 pict3?
How long have you had it and when did the problem start?
 
1600

PCT-3

took it back to the garage today, he fixed it again (i'll keep my tank filled, less dirt) and he suggested fitting an in line fuel filter, so i brought one.. but which pipe does it go on?
 
My filter is between the fuel tank and fuel pump, outside the tinware. If it fails it will leak away from any hot or eletrical engine parts.

Dont try changing it with a full tank! You may think you can connect the pieces of pipe quick enough but you will get soaked! not that its happened to me of course :wink:
 
Thanks, i'll have a check where mine is..

This look right?

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I'm going to replace it, as mine has dirt in it =(
 
No,it's not a good idea to put the filter there,replace the bit of fuel pipe from the pump to the connecting metal pipe.Replace the pipework from the tank also to the metal connecting pipe and fit the filter nearer to the tank end,try and secure it somewhere safe and route the pipe away from cables,heatexchangers etc.

Looking at the picture your distributor vacuum advance unit isn't connected,do you know why?
 
Hasthespaz - if this is your set-up, it's lethal!!!

First - the filter needs to be under the van between the tank outlet and the metal pipe going through the tinware, so move it pronto

Second - your filter is right over where the sparks are (dizzy and plugs) so if there's a leak - BOOM

Third there will be a leak cos there are no pipe clips on the fuel pipes!!!! Use proper fuel pipe clips (not Jubilee type) NOW

Oh - and where is the vac line from the dizzy to the carb? Without it the van will be running like a hot pig.

Sorry to be so critical but I've seen too many vans on fire - don't mind if they are Transits but mind a lot if they are early bays like yours
 
To me it looks like after making the fuel pipework safe and fitting the filter (using proper fuel line clips,not jubilee clips) you need to sort out connecting the distributor vacuum unit to the pipe on brass pipe on the carburettor then you will need to carry out checks on the fuel and ignition system.I would start with ignition,check/replace and condensor points,set the points gap,verify with dwell meter,check the timing and vacuum advance,then set the carburettor up properly.First get the engine warm and then switch it off checking that the choke is fully off,top flap right open and the stepped cam fully off.Then set the idle stop screw.Screw it right out then back in so it just touches the cam then another 1/4 turn.Then set the idle air screw so it only just idles.Then set the mixture screw so that you can get it idling at the highest speed.Then screw it in until the engine speed drops a bit then set the idle air screw properly.If you have problems after that you need to investigate further.

But before all that,sack your previous mechanic if he can't do all that himself.Should be able to do all that in under an hour and parts less than £20.
 
All the timing to my knowledge is correct, not sure why the MOT garage nor the other mechanic and my uncle (who is a mechanic) didn't spot all this!

Not a bloody clue about the vaccum pipes..

Ok i've been searching around the site, and wondered why mine looked like this

i may need some assistance to do this all, i have some new fuel pipes spare so i can do the fuel lines, but as for the other bits..

HELP ME I DONT WANT A BURNED VAN!
 
Just print the relavant bits off and give it to your uncle,mechanics won't know everything about every car so might need a bit of help sometimes.I've been a mechanic for 16 years and don't know everything also.
 
There is a great garage tucked around the back of Tolsons Mill in Fazely Tamworth. I'm not sure what its called, Retro Race and Custom? or a variation of those words.
They build and restore custom and race cars and do alot of work on aircooled dubs. Speak to a guy called Griff. He is the Vdub expert, very friendly and can sort out your bus for very little money.
 
rob-stone said:
There is a great garage tucked around the back of Tolsons Mill in Fazely Tamworth. I'm not sure what its called, Retro Race and Custom? or a variation of those words.
They build and restore custom and race cars and do alot of work on aircooled dubs. Speak to a guy called Griff. He is the Vdub expert, very friendly and can sort out your bus for very little money.

Thank god there's another tammie van lover on here! Is that by soundworks?
 
Last time i was at soundworks it was on the top floor of the mill, not sure if its still there tho. anyway... Instead of turning left to get into the yard at soundworks, continue up and over the bridge, take the first left, then left again. Its a quiet residential street, but if you follow the lane to the bottom, the garage is the first thing you see.

They are very friendly and helpfull and the only 'tradesmen' who offer you a cuppa!
 

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