In a message dated 98-09-21 01:27:23 EDT, RMinCal@AOL.COM writes: << 1. Are engine fires in Westy's common? If so, is there any database or source of info regarding causes, etc. 2. Are there known problems with fuel system hoses, components? 3. I've heard that there also may be known probs with the fuel supply lines and fuel tank. Thanks ... and don't leave home without your fire extinquisher. Mi >>
99.9% cause of fire was your old, cracked, long overdue for replacement, fuel injection high pressure hose blew out, and sprayed your hot engine with gasoline... change those hoses and rubber fuel lines!!!!!!!!!!!!!! oh, and a industrial sized fire extinguisher under the back seat doesn't hurt, either.... chris |
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