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Newspaper
Wellington Times
Location
Wellington, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 17, 1925
Page
3
An examination of petrol flow from the main tank to the carburettor, detailing how a faulty vacuum tank valve or air leaks can cause engine sputtering and overfuelling. Practical notes cover symptoms, diagnosis, and maintenance like draining sediment and inspecting joint seals.
The article details common faults in the main fuel tank system and the vacuum tank. Obstructions from dirt or a rug can block suction, while dirt in the filler cap vent, air leaks at the main pipe, and sediment buildup drain and compromise performance. Regular draining and flushing with petrol prevent water and sediment. Traces fault possibilities in the vacuum line include tube fractures and leaky joints.
A brief restatement notes the vacuum tank as a small gravity-feed reservoir for petrol that supplies the float chamber of the carburettor. It explains the vacuum tank’s role in drawing fuel to the turburettor’s intake and its relation to the carburettor system.
A practical guide to diagnosing carburettor faults from fuel blockages to jet cleaning. It covers checking the float chamber, fuel lines, strainers, and needle valve seating, with methods to clear jets and reseat or grind needles using careful, assembled-position work. Includes a closing note for car painting services by J. G. Carveth at Maughan Street.
List details daily arrivals from Sydney and regional towns with times and Monday to Saturday routes. Includes departures for Sydney and Western towns, with closing times and notes on special cases for registered mails and nearby stations.
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