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Re: [T3] Tries to die at low rpm


How about timing or maybe vac hose or the vac. can - it's that funny '72 twin
vacuum system isn't it?  They can stop if the hose loosens.  When timing you
need to readjust the idle with the hoses off, 850 +/-50 rpm for either type of
transmission, then readjust after timing to 850 manual, or 950 auto, each +/-
50rpm.
I find the vacuum has a big effect on the firing point on these at idle - they
can
easily stall at idle when a hose comes off.

Check all the VW recommended timing details and marks on the fan pulley at
http://www.hallvw.clara.net/type3ign.htm

Dave.
UK VW Type 3 & 4 Club
http://www.hallvw.clara.co.uk/
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----- Original Message ----- 
From: <K5Dar@aol.com>
To: <type3@vwtype3.org>
Sent: Thursday, October 21, 2004 9:30 PM
Subject: [T3] Tries to die at low rpm


> Now that I've got the charging/batt. problem solved, I have (2) other
> problems that I can attack one at a time.  The 1st one is that after driving
at
> 45-60mph for 20-30 miles and then slow down, it'll try to die.  I haven't been
able
> to discern whether it's an ign. problem or if it's FI related.  It does not
> happen all of the time and I can catch it by shifting down to get the rpms up.
> Holding a high idle also prevents the occurrence.  Any ideas where to look?
>
> Daryl - 72SB
>

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