Re: [T3] Stalling issues

["Mike Fisher" <fisherfarms@uwol.net>]

<x-flowed>The mechanic replaced the "fuel cut off solenoid" on my carbureted 67 
Eggcrate.  It made all the difference with the stalling,loping etc!  Mike 
Fisher  Harrisburg, OR  PS  When mine won't start I have to hold the 
throttle to the floor to get it to start.
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "mackenzie" <mackenzie@lilyandscooter.com>
To: <type3@vwtype3.org>
Sent: Tuesday, August 29, 2006 1:04 PM
Subject: [T3] Stalling issues


> Hi all,
> I have a bit of an update about my car, and a question....
> I just had the head replaced and a new clutch put in. It seems like I have 
> a bit more power and will hopefully
> get me better than the 10mgs I was getting before-  but have been having a 
> big issue with the car stalling
> (at very very inopportune times like on the freeway). Seems to happen soon 
> after starting the car- either in
> the am or on my way home from work- always when I'm at a stop. Doesn't 
> happen every time I drive the
> car. Have to leave it resting for about 1/2 hr. and then can usually start 
> it, or if it happens while driving I can
> do a modified push start while still moving. If I rev the engine it seems 
> to keep it from happening. Drive fine
> again once I get it started again. Have taken it back to the mechanic but 
> he's stumped and says it needs to
> do it for him to try and figure it out. Any clues?
> Thanks!
> Mackenzie
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