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Subject:Re: Throttle Valve Switch
From:David Baker
Date:Wed, 28 Aug 2002 15:10:29 -0500

Bentley seems to think there is a single, dual function switch.  Most of the
other posters think so, too.  I'm going to head out and take a closer look.
Maybe even take some stuff off the engine!

Dave in KC
85 Westy

----- Original Message -----
From: "Jim Arnott" <jrasite@eoni.com>
To: "Dave Baker" <DBAKER5@KC.RR.COM>; <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM>
Sent: Wednesday, August 28, 2002 2:56 PM
Subject: Re: Throttle Valve Switch

> IIRC, the switch situation is as follows:
>
> '83.5 - two switches.  One at idle position, one for full throttle
> enrichment
>
> '84 - one switch. Full throttle enrichment only
>
> '85 - no switches.
>
> What you're seeing is how it should be. I suspect that your irregular
> idle is a function of a failing/failed idle stabilizer.
>
> Jim
>
> >
> > Date:    Wed, 28 Aug 2002 11:34:19 -0500
> > From:    Dave Baker <DBAKER5@KC.RR.COM>
> > Subject: Throttle Valve Switch
> >
> > Hmmm...  Bentley shows several variations on the throttle valve switch.
The
> > text indicates that a faulty switch or improper adjustment can cause the
> > irregular idle that I'm experiencing.
> >
> > Problem is, I can't find it!  I see NO electrical connections anywhere
near
> > the throttle body nor do I see the adjustment plate or the switch
itself!
> >
> > Can anyone help?   It's a 1985 1.9 L Westy Weekender.
> >
> > I have posted photos of the throttle mechanism from two different angles
at
> > the following link:
> >
> > http://members.fortunecity.com/davebaker1/westy/id27.htm
> >
> > Thanks in advance!  (TIA)
> >
> > Dave in KC
> > 85 Westy
> >
> > .
> >
>
>