Hi,

I've recently bought a 67 mk2 340 - as with any car of this kind it's a steep learning curve. I'm trying to limit myself to one piece of jag neurosis per day but I wonder if anyone can allay one particular concern (or two). I recently, and stupidly, made a journey with the choke full on (not yet used to this feature of motoring history). Aside from using more fuel am I likely to have damaged my car ? It seems to run OK subsequently although I'm fearful that my oversight might have damaged the car.

Also is it normal for the exhaust to leave any kind of deposits - mine sometimes leaves a small amount of water and oil on the ground.

Any words of wisdom or reassurance would be really welcome

 

I don't think you have damaged anything. Condensation and soot can look like oil dripping from the exhaust. I would not worry about it at this time. Remember you did run the car with the choke full on which is a rich fuel condition that would cause black soot in the exhaust.

 

Thanks you so much for your reply

 

At least yours is a manual choke, the 340 is a later car and many of them had this automatic choke controlled by a thermostatic switch right by the thermostat. The adjustment on this choke is very temperamental...

 

all 3.4 and 3.8 carbed engines spit black soot. You did not damage anything.

 

Thanks to all of you who have responded to this thread - much appreciated