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Subject:Re: [84GL cutting out]
From:john schaper
Date:Mon, 19 Jul 1999 17:38:41 PDT

Re my previous post:  I would look at replacing the fuel filter.  As I said, I
got mine for $5 at NAPA--non california Van, it solved my problem.  I even
keep a spare in the glove compartment.

Gary McEachern <glmce@HOTMAIL.COM> wrote:
> Hello
> I recently purchased an '84 GL that appeared to be in excellent condition
> having had a new VW shortblock and complete cooling sustem replaced K miles
> ago. It ran great for the first few weeks and then started cutting out when
> I attempt to accelerate from a start.
> 
> I checked fuel pressure and spark which appears to be OK (at least when I
> tested it) I exchanged the FI computer and sir box with no luck. At times
it
> runs OK and then at other timed it cuts out or dies on me. In most cases it
> starts right up.
> 
> I have another '84GL  to swap parts from if need be.
> 
> Any suggestions appreciated.
> 
> 
> Gary McEachern
> '84GL/'82GL /'84GL
> 
> 
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