I could use some troubleshooting advice for my 87 westy over an intermittent starting problem, perhaps on where to start looking for a solution. Always when cold, typically after spending a couple of weeks parked in the garage. The engine cranks fine and I believe the plugs are firing because it sounds like it is just about to start up, and smells like very rich exhaust while cranking over. Suspecting a fuel delivery problem, I checked for ignition-on fuel pump vibration, which passed. I was planning on a fuel delivery check and then fuel pressure check, but first decided to replace the temp II sensor with a new spare I keep on hand. In doing so, I noticed that the leads to the coolant temp II coolant sensor are brittle and are nearly broken right at the point where they emerge from their plastic sheath a few inches from the rubber connector boot. In fact, the insulation is damaged on both wires enough to expose conductors. I need to cut back this plastic sheath enough to expose undamaged leads for a splice, but with age the sheath has become a tightened hard plastic enclosure - tough to cut without damaging wires inside. Does anyone know of a source for a new temp II connector? I am hoping that a new one will provide not only unscathed but longer leads, providing some slack for a splice. Except for these rare and abrupt starting lapses, the van starts great, idles fine, and runs smoothly when we need it to. I have checked and cleaned all engine bay and transmission ground points that I could find. Any help is appreciated, thanks all. -Phil |
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