I guess the first question I have is what kind of carburetor are you running?

If its a stock carb with the electric idle cut-off jet, that could be your problem. Other problems - idle jet(s) clogged, idle mixture screw or idle adjustment screw may have fallen out, etc.

Ric

> Date: Fri, 5 Sep 2008 08:36:25 -0700
> From: dskarloken@GMAIL.COM
> Subject: Frydaye question - 1960 Double Cab 1600 motor - LVC
> To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
> 
> Engine was running fine (1600 dual port, no I know it's not stock but I
> might change it) but suddenly will not idle.  What do I need to check?
> 
> Starts fine, sounds like it's running like a top, but take your foot off the
> accelerator and nothing - it dies.
> 
> My Vanagon content is that both the 87 and 1960 need a bath this weekend -
> they're both super dusty - yuck!
> 
> --
> Donna

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