> midworld midworld <midworld@HOTMAIL.COM> wrote >Subject: Loss of power >I got my van back from having the engine rebuilt and all is fine until <snip> the van had a momentary lapse >of power then fine.<snip> The engine has under aprox. 200 mile on it. does anyone have an idea what might be happening? >Thanks >Cecil T There are several causes of loss of power following an engine rebuild. Here are some possible causes:- * New piston rings which have not bedded in. They occasionally stick. * Gunge ( grease, oil etc) fouling the sparkplugs - this can clear itself after a long run * Dirt in the carburetor - again this can clear on a long run with the occasional 'foot to the floor' Another cause could be a loose connection on the distributor or other ignition part. Check that the wires are secure. If the work was done by a garage - report the fault and get an undertaking from them to repair if it has not disappeared by say 1000 miles. I have all sorts of occasional misfires, clutch judder/slip with 'Pooh' my 1981 Holdsworth Villa van. It goes top speed 55-60 mph which is slow enough to enjoy the views. You can see 'Pooh' at my new website http://www.users.globalnet.co.uk/~mpages/ Don't forget to change the oil after 300 miles. The engine will thank you for it! Good luck. |
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