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Subject:FW: Strange problem with '91 Carat
From:John Schaper
Date:Wed, 28 Nov 2001 13:29:49 -0800

> I can't confirm what the problem is, but I have had this problem
> repeatedly over the years.  After trying to fix all the expensive stuff
> (AFM, Coil, Distributor, Rotor, Cap, Plugs, etc.), out of desperation, I
> changed the fuel filter--cleared the problem up.  Since then, I always
> carry a spare filter with me for when it happens again, which it did
> driving hope over thanksgiving.  I pulled over, changed the filter, and
> was on my way.  While I can't prove it (it was dark and cold), I swear
> there was water backing up behind the filter which aggravated the problem
> last weekend.

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