engine only runs with choke at 7/8 to 3/4

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GibBuckbee
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engine only runs with choke at 7/8 to 3/4

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Suddenly my engine will only run with the choke on at about 3/4 to 7/8.....what would be the cause(s)???....suggestions on what to consider looking at??????
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Re: engine only runs with choke at 7/8 to 3/4

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Maybe a leak at the gasket between the carb and manifold.
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Re: engine only runs with choke at 7/8 to 3/4

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Try removing and plugging the vacuum line to the wipers to test.

Also line to the hydrovac.

Test with a vacuum gauge operation with engine running.
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