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To find out why you're running rich: Step 0 is verify valves, points, timing, plugs, spark, etc. are OK. All the basic tune-up stuff. If you've done this, then look at other things, but try to be systematic in your search. Regulated voltage up where it should be (~14-14.6V @ cruising rpm)? Like Jim always says, if it's below 14V, get a new voltage regulator. Make a pressure gage like the one I described earlier. One that measures to 60psi would be best because gages are most accurate in the middle of their range (your target is 28psi). Look at your plugs. Are they all black and fluffy, or just 1 or 2? If they are all evenly coated, it is probably a system-wide problem. If just 1 or 2, focus on those 1 or 2 cylinders only. You can pull the injector assemblies, run the pump and look for leaky injectors. More than a few drips/minute, then replace offending injector. I think you have a 68 or 69 (?). If so, make sure the darn pressure switch (not pressure sensor) is hooked up right. Recently I discovered on mine that the hose connecting the pressure switch to the manifold was missing. That told the switch to stay closed all the time (instead of at around full throttle only), which is a signal to the brain to make the mixture more rich. I connected the hose to the switch and found an immediate improvement in mileage. Do you have a cold-start device? Might be leaking. It was not standard on early FI cars, so you may not have to worry about that. There are other possibilities. But I'd start here and see if you find anything out of whack. I don't think it's your driving, unless you are "warming up" for 30 minutes! -Mark Fuhriman ------------------------------------------------------------------- List info at http://www.vwtype3.org/list or mailto:help@vwtype3.org