Ric -

This one drove me nuts for years. Be sure to check the connector where
the hall sender wires exit the back of the distributor housing. Mine
deteriorated and there were bare wires very close to the distributor
body. Also, make sure the spark plug wires are in good shape.

Walter
85 Vanagon

-----Original Message-----
From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com]
Date:    Wed, 10 Oct 2007 14:42:00 -0400
From:    Richard Golen <rgolen@UMASSD.EDU>
Subject: Power loss when engine wet and cold

Hi,

My 87 Westy has a power loss problem. It occurs when the engine is cold
and the engine is damp (from recent rain or high humidity), and lasts
(usually) for about 10 minutes. As I accelerate (partial or full
throttle no difference) the engine bogs and looses power. If I shut the
ignition and turn it back on, the problem clears....and then comes back
until I've driven for 5 to 10 minutes. It also happens when the engine
is warm and I'm driving through heavy rain.

Anyone know what the problem might be, and what can be done to fix it?

Thanks.

Ric