Possible vaccum leak. ? Or cracked intake boot.
My '80 did the exact same thing until leaks and boot replaced. Not a lack of
fuel, but too much air. Do you smell much gas?

Good luck.
Peace - donna
'84 Westy (Pepe)

David G. Hobbs wrote:

> Howdy folks, good to be back on line after the cross country move.  My 85
> 1.9L has developed a new problem.  It will start up fine and may idle a
> little rough but nothing too bad.  However now if I step on the pedal it
> will start to die.  Basically I cannot even get on the road now!!!  It has
> happened before while driving, it will suddenly lose power as if it is not
> getting gas.   Is this a clogged filter or what?  Any thoughts would be
> greatly appreciated!!!!!!
>
> David Hobbs
> dghobbs@siu.edu