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Subject:Re: '78 FI blues
From:Steve Johnson
Date:Tue, 24 Jan 1995 07:44:31 -0800 (PST)

So Sami Dakhlia says:
> 
> >You mentioned you've
> >already replaced the fuel pump so you've got some money in the FI system so
> >that would be a point in favor of keeping it.  
> 
> Sunk costs are irrelevant. <Sorry, Pat, the econ-geek in me just HAD to say
> that :) >
> 
> HOWEVER: FI is definitely a superior feeding mechanism. More power, better
> response, cooler engine, better mileage, less pollution. Generally fewer
> problems. Parts are cheap IF you shop at the junk yard.
> 

Yeah, I remember when in the 70's that most of the back yard mechanics
condemning FI cause they didn't understand how to work on it.  "Yeah, it's
really junk"

I agree with you Sami, it's an excellent system, you just have to change 
your repair tactics.

Steven

sjohnson@pcocd2.intel.com