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Date:         Thu, 28 Apr 2016 14:37:02 -0600
Reply-To:     OlRivrRat <OlRivrRat@COMCAST.NET>
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From:         OlRivrRat <OlRivrRat@COMCAST.NET>
Subject:      Re: Intermittent running problem.
Comments: To: Jim Felder <jim.felder@GMAIL.COM>
In-Reply-To:  <CAFnDXk1y8qpu51JfzVj9EaMSrw_3rL2kZD+8V8w1mcvFR3PF=Q@mail.gmail.com>
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Stewart & Jim

Dennis didn't say that it went to 2000RPM on its own ~ He has to

"raise the idle to about 2000 rpms until it clears out 15-20 seconds."

On 28 Apr , 2016, at 10:58 AM, Jim Felder wrote:

> Dennis; > > Stuart is probably right. I have a couple of used ones. Send me a part > number and I will send you one for postage so you can swap it out. If you > don't want to buy it send it back, at least you'll know what the problem is > or isn't. > > Jim > > On Thu, Apr 28, 2016 at 11:32 AM Stuart MacMillan <stuartmacm@gmail.com> > wrote: > >> Classic symptoms of a failed idle stabilizer control unit: >> >> http://www.van-cafe.com/home/van/page_434_755/idle-stabilizer-control-unit-r >> ebuilt.html >> <http://www.van-cafe.com/home/van/page_434_755/idle-stabilizer-control-unit-rebuilt.html> >> Those exact symptoms happened to me--the 2000 rpm revving is >> typical, as is stalling out. These are all pushing 30 years old, and the >> internal components are failing. >> >> Stuart >> >> -----Original Message----- >> From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com] On Behalf Of >> Dennis Jowell >> Sent: Thursday, April 28, 2016 3:13 AM >> To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM >> Subject: Re: Intermittent running problem. >> >> Checked injectors for leakage. They are perfect with no drips etc. Checked >> temp sensor that is new and it is working. Worked on the drive side >> injectors seals they are tight and seal properly . Still same problem! Grr! >> >> Dennis Jowell >> Scotch Hollow Farm >> Newbury, Vermont >> >> >>> On Apr 26, 2016, at 7:50 AM, Larry Alofs <lalofs@gmail.com> wrote: >>> >>> I am making two assumptions from your post: >>> You have a modified VW 2.2 engine, not a Subaru 2.2 >>> That you used smoke to test for vacuum leaks around where the >>> injectors go into the intake >>> >>> If the above is true... >>> I think that the most likely cause for a flooded condition when >> restarting would be a leaking injector dribbling fuel into the intake until >> the pressure in the fuel system drops. I would test for this by pulling >> each pair of injectors out of the intake without disconnecting the hoses or >> wires and using a container to catch any drips, pressurize the system by >> turning the key a couple of times. >>> >>> If your injectors pass the above test, I would then check the resistance >> of temperature sensor 2 at various temperatures. >>> >>> And of course "check your grounds" :-) >>> >>> Good luck, >>> Larry A. >>> >>> >>>> On Mon, Apr 25, 2016 at 6:52 PM, Dennis Jowell <dennisjowell@gmail.com> >> wrote: >>>> I'm trying to figure out this recent running issue on my 1988 Westy with >> a 2.2 engine. I start the engine and it runs fine. Drive for awhile then >> shut it done for less than a minute and it runs like it is flooded. On >> restarting I'll sit there and raise the idle to about 2000 rpms until it >> clears out 15-20 seconds. After that it runs perfect. >>>> Checked coil- good >>>> Smoked the new fuel injectors, left side moved very faint smoke, >>>> right side was perfect. Found no other apparent leaks. >>>> Any thoughts? >>>> . Trying to get out of here for our trip. >>>> >>>> Dennis Jowell >>>> Scotch Hollow Farm >>>> Newbury, Vermont >>> >>


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