Date: Tue, 5 Jan 1999 09:01:00 PST
Reply-To: Malcolm Stebbins <mstebbins@HOTMAIL.COM>
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From: Malcolm Stebbins <mstebbins@HOTMAIL.COM>
Subject: Re: Webber conversion input
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OK, I run a GREAT risk here (disagreeing with the likes of Ken) and I
know it has been hashed out before, but experience with MY! carb (91
syncro westy) is that it is of little trouble. I have had it for about
a year, and last summer drove 6,000 kms (Nova Scotia to Michigan -
return) and the power was fine, the fuel mileage was about the same as
reported in the MPG survey (for syncros). I would like to have a nickel
for every posting about FI problems (and I'll pay a nickel for each carb
problem) and I'll be able to buy a tank of gas!! :-)
If we are going to get into ruining the environment etc. please factor
in all of the resources 'consumed' in diagnosing/correcting FI problems.
Someone mentioned high altitude problems, I will be looking for a high
altitude jet for my carb as I plan on an 8,000 mile trip this summer,
(N.S. to Arizona - return via Colorado)
Emissions tests are a REAL concern, Nova Scotia requires no test. On my
trip to the states, maybe I'll try and get my carb emission tested and
report the results.
I would NOT suggest that a person take out a workable/fixable FI system,
but if it keeps your van on the road, I would not hesitate to switch.
I'm not looking to pick a 'fight' here, just to report on my experience.
Anyone wanting more info on my experiences, can search the archives for
CARB or mstebbins@hotmail, AND Malcolm.Stebbins@msvu.ca Malcolm S
Ken Wilford Wrote:
>Uh, don't think this is a good idea. Emissions might not fly. Power
is
>probably going to be less, as is economy. Also the carburation system
is
>actually more complicated than the fuel injection system, and requires
more
>tweaking to get it right and keep it that way. The Digijet system is
really
>very simple once you take the time to get to know it(buy a Bentley and
a
>multimeter), and it is pretty easy to troubleshoot and work with (way
easier
>than a carb).
>This is just my opinion and you can bet its worth about as much as you
paid
>for it.
>Ken Wilford
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