Date:         Mon, 20 Apr 2015 07:38:30 -0400
Reply-To:     Larry Alofs <lalofs@GMAIL.COM>
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From:         Larry Alofs <lalofs@GMAIL.COM>
Subject:      Re: Throttle Switch and Failure to Start.
Comments: To: John Rodgers <jrodgers113@gmail.com>
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After 5 days of torrential rain, I went to start my 2.1L WBX and it was no
> go. Turned but wouldn't fire - not even a little bit, not even once.
>
>
Paper towels and isopropyl alcohol (99% if you can get it):
  Carefully clean distributor cap inside and outside, all HV ignition
wires, end of coil where the wires attach.
Reconnect wires properly   :-)

Larry A.

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