No Fuel!

[jlopresto]

Hi,

I bought a 1985 Azzurra. The previous owner removed the fuel injection system and put in a carburetor. (no idea what type of carb this is, just know it is a weber) I have replaced the following:

Ignition coil and controller
Ignition cables
Spark plugs

The car will run while using starter fluid. (I loaded up the fuel bowl and it runs great.) However, without the starter fluid the starter motor just spins and the engine cranks, there is no sign of combustion at all. I have 8 gallons of fuel in the tank. One note - The fuel pump is extremely loud when I turn on the ignition. Before I order a new fuel pump and filter I was wondering if there are adjustments on the carb I could play with first.

Can anyone recommend a troubleshooting path?

Updated: I have removed the main nut on the carb where the fuel lines connect. There was some fuel that came out along with what appears to be a screen filter. I then closed it back up and turned on the ignition. I loosened that main nut and fuel started to pour out very quickly. I believe I have fuel pressure and I believe the line is clear just not sure why fuel is not making it into the carb. I am stumped.

[GeorgeT]

Check the float in the carb for free movement and that it doesn't have a hole in it and flooded. Also check the float bowl needle.

[jlopresto]

Thanks George. i pulled the top of the carb off and the float is definitely fine it is nice and light. i am a newb to carbs but i have not been able to locate the float bowl needle. I do need to replace the gasket as it is disintegrated.

[jlopresto]

Thanks George. i pulled the top of the carb off and the float is definitely fine it is nice and light. i am a newb to carbs but i have not been able to locate the float bowl needle. I do need to replace the gasket as it is disintegrated.

[bobplyler]

I guess it's an electric pump. I would pull the fuel line at the carb, and just see if fuel is getting to the carb.

[jlopresto]

Thanks Bob. Yes fuel is getting to the carb just not filling the bowl. I am going to get some carb cleaner tomorrow and see what I can clean out.

[bobplyler]

If it's getting to the carb, but not into the bowl, it's probably the needle valve. Easy to replace. And check the float height. Also easy.

[jlopresto]

Thanks I'll try that ! Appreciate the help!

[bobplyler]

One other thing. Some carbs have a strainer at the carb inlet. It's held on be a fairly large screw, if there.

[jlopresto]

Thanks Bob. I replaced the screen filter and cleaned the jets (one was completely clogged). The engine is now running. Appreciate you sharing your expertise! Have a great week!