having carb problems

1966 FORD MUSTANG
100,000 MILES
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JOSIAH49
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I have 1966 Mustang with a 289 and am having carb problems. If I the accelerator a few times it will start but only for a few second then die.what could be my problem? I'm not much of a mechanic but am trying to learn
Apr 26, 2012 at 2:22 AM
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ASEMASTER6371
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the choke may not be working. it needs to be completely closed when cold and when it starts, it should be open a little bit to let the motor breathe.

Roy
Apr 26, 2012 at 2:32 AM