Date:         Mon, 20 Jul 1998 01:29:47 -0700
Reply-To:     Randolph Feuerriegel <RFeuerriegel@BC.SYMPATICO.CA>
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From:         Randolph Feuerriegel <RFeuerriegel@BC.SYMPATICO.CA>
Subject:      No vibrations are good vibrations
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Greetings Harry.

 I'm posting this from Prince Rupert, BC. Had a nice drive from Victoria
to Port Hardy, about 600 kilometers. Beautiful road from Campbell River
to the top of the island. The driveshaft performed well, no vibrations,
at least none related to the shaft & u-joints.
 Came across a small herd of elk crossing the hwy., which made me think
about "Bull Bars", and perhaps investing in a set. The Ferry from Port
Hardy to Prince Rupert, about 15 hours in the summer, longer in the
winter, was entertaining. Came upon a pod of killer whales on the inside
passage which created some excitement. A cruise ship coming down from
Alaska graced us with it's presence. Anyway, off to Terrace tomorrow.
 The name of the outfit that repaired my driveshaft is located in
Surrey, BC.
Driveline Services
Unit #10 - 12318 - 84th Ave.
Surrey, BC. V3W 0J5
Tel: 604-572-3735
Ask for Dale or Rob.

Have been having some engine problems. Tends to run rich on long
extended hwy runs. Black tailpipe. A vibration or shudder at 2500 rpm
and 3500 rpm during acceleration & deceleration. The driveshaft is not
the cause, and the problem is intermittent. Had alot of work done
recently to remove carbon and the van runs smoother, but still has this
shudder. Also replaced the lifters on one side. BTW the shudder existed
while the driveshaft was out. If anyone has had this sort of problem and
resolved it, I would sure like to hear about it. Thanks.

R.Feuerriegel
88 syncro on the road