Hello there,
I had a similar experience with an Ex-MOD 88" that had been stored outside for 5 years.
I eventually took the convoluted hose from the carb to the air cleaner off, to find that it had become a sanctuary for the local rodents storing their acorns and hazlenuts. In total I removed 1.5 lbs of nuts from the hose, then I got the potential of the 2.25 engine.
Maybe this could be the source of your restricted air flow, causing idling OK but no high revving.
In fact, Bob, maybe they were relatives of the rodents in your area, as the vehicle was less than 3 miles as the crow flies.......
Last edited by Les Parker; 10-26-2007 at 02:38 PM.
Les Parker
Tech. Support and Parts Specialist
Rovers North Inc.