Had the same problem and it was the fuel filter.

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From: "Harry Hoffman" <hhoffman@IP-SOLUTIONS.NET>
Sent: Wednesday, November 17, 2010 1:10 PM
To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM>
Subject: Broke down

> Hi all,
>
> Funny story, I was on the way to the mechanic, to deal with a idle issue,
> when my 89gl lost power and stalled.
> I was able to start her up again and go about 50ft and she stalled again.
> Now sitting idle I try to give her gas but feel hesitation and then she
> dies again.
> Guessing fuel delivery, as I filled the tank not too long ago and have
> maybe driven 40 miles on the full tank. Will get more gas just to be sure
> (odometer and fuel gauge don't work).
> Any other ideas before I incur a $100 tow fee? :-(
> Cheers,
> Harry
>
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