Take the fenders off and u will see the drains. You can also peek in with a light there and see the damage.
Honestly I never use a choke. I get decent weather all year here in nc and remove all mine. If u don't mind feathering the gas a few minutes in...
My comment was directed at the op not you. Im well aware the cowl can be repaired.
My body is just an old autocross beater so I've thought about cutting the cowl vents out and welding solid sheet metal back in its place. Right...
Hmm I doubt it lol. U try and let me know
My cowls are rusted and leaking. If you find something that works well let us know.
If you only have 700 in it you shouldn't have any issue recouping your money. Trust me I learned the same lesson and I had been around mavericks...
Like previously stated check the cowl....... You stated there is rain in the car from the previous owner leaving it open...... Thats what I would...
Yeah those gaskets for the nuts are pretty cheesy imo. I always seem to be replacing them. I didn't even think about float level........*Duh* lol.
Yup appears to be a small phenolic spacer. If u have the hood clearance I'd run a 1" phenolic spacer......get that carb away from the hot...
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