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Re: [T3] starting problems




----- Original Message -----
From: "Greg Merritt" <gregm@vwtype3.org>
To: <type3@vwtype3.org>
Sent: Tuesday, September 26, 2000 5:08 PM
Subject: Re: [T3] starting problems


>
> > Try disconnecting the cold start valve (just pull the electrical plug.)
> > If it is coming on when it shouldn't, it will make things tough. You
> > might also check the fuel pressure; it should be right around 28 psi
> > on your 69. Make sure that it hasn't been bumped up, just for kicks.
>
> Only if it's *got* a cold start valve!  (Optional in '69.)
>
Everyone I have seen had one. But then again, I live and work above the
Mason/Dixon line. :=) A lot of them were removed tho by ppl that didn't know
how they worked, or how to repair them. (mine is disconnected right now),
but I will reconnect it before winter.

Russ Wolfe
http://www.classicvw.org


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