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by Maccas
Wed Sep 02, 2009 9:46 am
Forum: Engines
Topic: Intermittent Problem
Replies: 11
Views: 3329

Re: Intermittent Problem

Cheers for the all the suggestions. The carburettor, vac hoses etc seem to be fine. The fuel filter was pretty dirty though, so I changed that. The car ran well for a day or 2 after - but now it's as it was before ...intermitantly terrible! On inspecting the new fuel filter, I see there are a few gr...
by Maccas
Wed Aug 19, 2009 9:23 am
Forum: Engines
Topic: Intermittent Problem
Replies: 11
Views: 3329

Re: Intermittent Problem

Yep, It IS a carb model. As far as I know it's the standard carb. Is there an easy way to identify whether it is a Pierburg? ...if it is - should I consider replacing it? Is it right that they are often temperamental. Cheers for the suggestions. I'll attempt to check the mounting plate for wear. Sou...
by Maccas
Tue Aug 18, 2009 4:56 pm
Forum: Engines
Topic: Intermittent Problem
Replies: 11
Views: 3329

Intermittent Problem

Hi, Hoping someone might be able to help me with my rocco. It's a 1989 mkII. The problem: The car will be running fine when suddenly it looses power and starts running very rough - kangarooing erratically. As soon as I dip the clutch or put the car into neutral - it idles perfectly. When the problem...