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Date:         Fri, 04 Oct 1996 16:40:04 -0400
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From:         "R. Hotchkiss" <hotch@netaxs.com>
Subject:      Re: FI help needed

Don Geiger wrote: > > I put a rebuilt engine in my '80 Vanagon and still haven't been able to get > it started. When I turn the key it starts for a second and then dies, every > time. I've checked and double checked all connections and fittings and all > looks OK. I suspect the fuel injection. > > In my experimenting today I found that if I try to start the engine with the > Control Unit disconnected, the engine starts and then dies just like when > it's connected. Could my Control Unit be shot? Anyone know of a way to > check out the Control Unit? Please don't say "replace it and see if it > works". I'm not sure where to look next! > > I'm almost at the end of my rope. If I can't find something soon, I think > I'll have to take it to a FLARS. Any advice on something like this? Should > I take it to the nearby general purpose auto shop, the distant VW auto shop, > or the distant VW dealership. Distance means more towing charges, of > course. And on top of an added expense I hadn't bargained for. Oh well. > Who's more likely to be able to figure out my (probably) FI problem? > > I want my van back on the road! > > <<>><<>><<>><<>><<>><<>><<>><<>><<>><<>><<>> > <<>> Don Geiger <<>> > <<>> '80 Westy in NJ <<>> > <<>> dgeiger@k2nesoft.com <<>> > <<>> http://www.k2nesoft.com/~dgeiger <<>> > <<>><<>><<>><<>><<>><<>><<>><<>><<>><<>><<>>

Don,

This might sound basic, but are you sure the fuel pump is working or the lines aren't blocked. I had a 70 camper that cut off on me the same way. Anyway, I think checking the fuel is where the problem is.

Hotch hotch@netaxs.com


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