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Expert: Kevin Pilotte - 10/1/2006


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I recently purchased a 2bbl weber carb for my 81 cj-7 with a 258 six.  The jeep runs good until the mechanical secondary kicks in and it falls on it's face.  I replaced the dist cap, rotor, plugs and the coil.  Any ideas?

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Sam,
I do not have any experience with a Weber carburetor. It is possible that there is a problem within your carburetor's secondaries, or the carburetor is not the proper size for your 258. Inquire at the place you bought the Weber, they might know more about it or can direct you to someone who has experience with Webers. Why did you replace the Carter BBS? Those I can help you with.
Kevin

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Kevin Pilotte

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I can answer many technical questions relating to AMC vehicles prior to 1979. I also have experience with Rambler & Nash vehicles.

Experience

I am a former AMC technician, service writer and service manager. I have worked in AMC dealers in Illinois in the 70's. After college, I was a Field Service Rep for American Motors Sales Corporation, working out of the Chicago Zone office. I traveled to AMC dealers assisting in the diagnosis and repair of AMC vehicles. I was also the Area Training Manager for DeLorean Motor Company. I have 10+ years as an Automotive Instructor. I have modified and restored
numerous AMC vehicles. I have been working on AMC vehicles for over 30 years.

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I have been an ASE Certified Master Technician since 1975. This includes L1. I am also currently a Toyota Certified Master Diagnostic Technician.

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I have articles in "American Motoring", the official publication of the American Motors Owners Association. They are the largest AMC club in the world.

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