Volks,

First I want to say thanks again to all who helped out when I couldn't get
my 81 westy started in Denver a few weeks back.

Ever since then I have had trouble getting the van started most of the
time.  It's easier to start when it's warm and a little more trouble when
it's cold but I always end up having to hold the gas pedal all the way to
the floor before it will start.  I ended up replacing one fuel injector
after my trip from Texas to Denver and back, because it wasn't running on
all 4 after the trip.  That helped a lot and it runs pretty smoothly now
excepting some backfiring when decelerating while in gear.

If anyone has any suggestions on the backfiring or starting problems please
pass them this-a-way!  To me it seems that it just isn't getting enough air
when trying to start.  I'm looking for suggestions on where to start my
diagnosis.

ds

Dylan Spurgin
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