Chrysler — Power Adjustment
Adjustments · Liquid Propane Gas carburetor
From a Chrysler operator's manual covering: IND. 52, IND. 53, IND. 54, IND. 56. Check it applies to your exact model before use.
Before you start
- Under no circumstances should power settings be made too lean as this will result in poor economy and possible engine damage.
Procedure
- Screw economizer adjustment all the way in.
- Set engine at 1400 rpm with throttle stop screw.
- After engine stabilizes, set power adjustment to read 12.5 on fuel analyzer.
- Tighten screw on meter tube after adjustment.
- If fuel analyzer not available, rotate meter tube dial lean until rpm falls off, mark; rich until rpm falls off, mark; go halfway and set 2 to 3 serrations to rich side.
Tools required
- fuel analyzer Amazon
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Specs & values
- Power adjustment reading 12.5 on fuel analyzer
Source: Chrysler operator's manual. Steps and values are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.