Got the intake system back together. Ran for 30 seconds and stalled with a screech. Didn't want to start again and really sounded odd, like half of the engine was gone. But after a few minutes it did start and seemingly idled. Maybe it ingested something and spit it out? 50 mile test drive coming up. Scott's notes about all of the things that should be touched to make it run right got my attention - there's still a lot that I haven't tested. -- bcnu - Grungy (Houston, TX) opinions are just that.obviously. 60 dddPanel 69 Bug 89 Carat 04 Jetta TDI 05 Jetta Wagon TDI g r u n g y AT g r u n g y DOT c o m |
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