1973 Volkswagen Beetle 1973 VW Beetle will not idle

1973 VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE
92,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • MANUAL
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engine will start but will not idle. also there is a strong raw gas smell. What ajustments do I need to make?
Jun 13, 2008 at 1:16 PM
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RASMATAZ
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Adjust the idle speed screw to raise the idle and see what happens-don't work readjust the air and fuel mixture screw and follow it with the idle speed screw. Also check the point gap and ignition timing-
Jun 13, 2008 at 5:02 PM
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Thanks, I ajusted the timing and got it going
Jun 16, 2008 at 3:12 PM