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Subject:Sudden drop in milage
From:gcarcher
Date:Fri, 27 Oct 2000 09:15:54 -0700

List members:
After cleaning out all the broken bits pieces from my plugged up catalytic
converter and muffler/tail piece and readjusting the idle / timing.,
My 83.5 digijet Wasserboxer runs better than ever, EXCEPT for a reduction in
MPG (From 18mpg to 15 mpg) and a over rich stench at all speeds/loads.  The
sound with a clear pipe is louder and hollow and I will be replacing the Cat
before it is smogged in the spring. My Oxy sensor indicator light says it is
OK. Got any Ideas?

Captain Meno
Bizerkeley CA.
83.5 Vanagon GL W/weekender conversion
big sunroof and big rack
81 diesel Rabbit
89 Montero 4 door - V6 - 5 speed -  W/positraction

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