Well after beind kicked off the list by the automated server and now finally back on, I have added some new quirks to the list of things I want to take care of. I have noticed occasionaly that if I am cruising in 4th and let off of the accelerator that I get some wicked backfires. It has only done this in 4th until recently now it is happening in 3rd as well. I suspect a leak in the exhaust but I have not been able to dig into yet. This weekend I plan on doing a lot of work engine wise. Removing and replacing the exhaust is one, as I am going to remove the heads and reseal all that I can. Anythingelse I should check, this backfiring occurs no matter what grade of gas I use as well. Thanks, Michael Knight '77 Westy Deluxe, "el Verde" '85 Vanagon GL, nameless |
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