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Subject:Re: Power loss above 3000 rpms in 85 Westy
From:Sam Stone
Date:Sun, 28 Jan 2007 11:25:34 -0600

Also this new engine about 1 year old which is why I kinda think it has
more to fuel delivery, or fuel injection. How do I check if the dizzy is
working properly? I just replaced the cap and rotor when I replaced the
plugs.

Sam

Sam Stone wrote:
> Hi,
> A quick update in response to all the suggestions I have received so
> far. I plan on doing a compression test this afternoon. It has new
> plugs, less than week old but will check their condition when I do the
> compression check. It doesn't burn any oil. I doubt the cat is clogged
> as I put on a whole new exhaust system in Aug. including a cat. I will
> also do my best to check relevant sensors - throttle position switch,
> temp 1, temp 2, and the amf but it may be a bit of an adventure since
> I haven't done this before. Also are there any tricks to checking the
> compression on an 85 with a 2.1L Digijet?
>
> Thanks,
> Sam
>
> Sam Stone wrote:
>> Hi all,
>>
>> I am having an issue with my 85 Westy with a 2.1 wbx and digijet fi. The
>> idle is fine and power is good below about 3000 to 3200 rpms. Once I hit
>> 3000 or 3200 rpms I lose power. This is most pronounced in third and
>> fourth gears and goiing up hills. The timing seems ok; it is set at +/-
>> 3 degrees btdc. I am pretty sure the ecu is good. I guess I can start by
>> fine tuning the timing. It has new plugs, air filter, recent oil change
>> and new filter. The fuel pump has been getting louder recently (last 3
>> months or so); I just ordered a new one and fuel filter (metal cannister
>> type) for Van-Cafe and will install it when it arrives. Could this be a
>> problem with the throttle body switch? I put in a new throttle body
>> switch about six months ago. Any suggestions would be appreciated.
>>
>> Thanks,
>> Sam
>>
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