Re: [T3] no power

[Jim Adney <jadney@vwtype3.org>]

On 12 Mar 2003 at 21:17, Cool43whip@aol.com wrote:


> My engine is now a 1641cc that can't generate enough power to get out
> of second gear. 

You mention that you're using the old 69 dist, which is a good choice, by the 
way, if this is your OE FI dist. But this is NOT a vacuum advance dist. It is a 
combination vacuum/mech advance dist, and you probably can't use the vacuum 
part with your carbs, because the vacuum curve probably goes the wrong way. You 
should check it to make sure that its mech advance is working. It is common for 
these to rust up and seize, because most folks don't know that they need a 
couple drops of oil occasionally. With no mechanical advance this will have a 
hard time getting out of its own way.

You should be able to see it advance with your timing light. If not, I rebuild 
them for a LOT less money than what you've already spent.

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Jim Adney, jadney@vwtype3.org
Madison, Wisconsin, USA
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