Had the same problem and it was the fuel filter. -------------------------------------------------- From: "Harry Hoffman" <hhoffman@IP-SOLUTIONS.NET> Sent: Wednesday, November 17, 2010 1:10 PM To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM> Subject: Broke down > Hi all, > > Funny story, I was on the way to the mechanic, to deal with a idle issue, > when my 89gl lost power and stalled. > I was able to start her up again and go about 50ft and she stalled again. > Now sitting idle I try to give her gas but feel hesitation and then she > dies again. > Guessing fuel delivery, as I filled the tank not too long ago and have > maybe driven 40 miles on the full tank. Will get more gas just to be sure > (odometer and fuel gauge don't work). > Any other ideas before I incur a $100 tow fee? :-( > Cheers, > Harry > > -- > sent from my phone > |
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