1989 austin Mini stalls

Tiny
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I use the choke for the engine to start it up and get it warm. As soon as I turn the choke off the engine cuts out because it goes under revs and stalls. I have to leave the choke on when driving so it doesn't stall itself. How do I fix this?
Thursday, May 3rd, 2012 AT 7:01 PM

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Tiny
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Why does it cut off, because the choke is turned off? If that happens after it is warmed up, then I would recommend checking for vacuum leaks. It sounds like too much air is getting to the engine.
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Thursday, May 3rd, 2012 AT 7:57 PM
Tiny
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Yes it cuts out as soon as the choke is turned off. It makes the revs go under so it stalls itself.
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Thursday, May 3rd, 2012 AT 9:11 PM
Tiny
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Check the base idle settings and check for vacuum leaks.
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Thursday, May 3rd, 2012 AT 11:39 PM
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Friday, May 4th, 2012 AT 1:33 AM

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