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Subject:Re: 88* Pre-ignition problems
From:Harley Thomas
Date:Tue, 20 Aug 1996 08:37:49 +-200

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Fr=E5n: 	Harley Thomas[SMTP:ht@irfu.se]
Skickat: 	 den 19 augusti 1996 17:44
Till: 	'daniel.houg@sunny.health.state.mn.us'
Ang=E5ende:	SV: 88* Pre-ignition problems

Hi Dan & Tim,
Thanks for the tips.
In answer to your questions:
The problem with the pre-ignition started recently, i.e. long after the =
engine rebuild.
I use 98 octane leaded fuel, the highest grade available over here.
Yes, the timing was set correctly according to the official VW workshop =
manual (crank case ventilation removed and plugged, idling stabilisor =
disconnected, leads from DLS disconnected and plugged together)

Your tip concerning NOx was interesting. I'll see if I can beg, steal or =
borrow a gauge from somebody.

Any more ideas out there from anyone? All tips gratefully received.
Best wishes, Harley Thomas