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Re: [T3] Erratic driving behavior #2


> > Apparently VW
> > thought the inside of the fuel tank should be painted to prevent rust, but
they
> > never expected today's fuels to eat that layer of paint.

Yes, and in a FI tank that coating can badly clog the small gap between the
outlet cup and the tank floor, leading to fuel starvation when the tank goes
below about half full.

Dave.
UK VW Type 3 & 4 Club
http://www.hallvw.clara.co.uk/
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