Unless the bushings are shot, the distributor can be fixed, (if it is really
bad) and I doubt the air flow meter is a problem.  Has the O2 sensor circuit
been tested?  If it is working, it will override a slight calibration
problem in the AFM.  Also, check the temp sensor and related wiring.

Dennis

-----Original Message-----
From: Scott Semyan <scottse@MICROSOFT.COM>
To: Vanagon@VANAGON.COM <Vanagon@VANAGON.COM>
Date: Thursday, August 27, 1998 6:31 PM
Subject: Distributor & Air Flow Meter

>My mechanic has told me I need a new Air Flow meter and Distributor (the
>whole thing, not just the cap). He said my air flow meter is making my van
>run too rich and the distributor is not advancing the timing correctly.
>
>Are these easy to replace myself? I am considering using a used distributor
>and a new air flow meter. Any thoughts?
>
>BTW, I am leaking at my head gasket and am considering a new engine in the
>spring. I assume I will need a new dist. and air flow meter whether I
>replace the engine now or not.
>
>Scott Semyan
>'85 Westie
>Seattle