It's unlikely, Chad. A sticky fuel pressure regulator is a much more plausible candidate - fortunately it's fairly easy to check - not usually an intermittent problem. There are a whole raft of other things to consider, too: Compression, ignition parts, engine grounds, temperature senders... Coby Smolens Valley Wagonworks VW Bus and Vanagon Specialists "Intimately acquainted with VW Vans since 1959"
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-----Original Message----- From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM]On Behalf Of Chad G Sent: Thursday, August 30, 2001 4:19 PM To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM Subject: Fuel Pump Question
could a faulty fuel pump cause poor gas mileage????? Chad 85GL |
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