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gholf 1981 model how to set my timing?
1981 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
LADYFARO
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Accelerate is a problem and when pushed it ref too high and release it does not idle
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Dec 10, 2011 at 10:02 PM
RASMATAZ
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Be more specific -acceleration is a problem I need more
Dec 10, 2011 at 10:15 PM
MHPAUTOS
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More info please, auto manual? petrol diesel? carby or EFI and what capacity engine?
Dec 10, 2011 at 10:17 PM
LADYFARO
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It is a 1981, pertrol, 5speed engine with carbirator. If I release the accelerator pedal it stops to idle, and when pressed it floods and stalls
Dec 10, 2011 at 10:25 PM
RASMATAZ
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Check the fuel pressure and choke opening adjustment and fast idle cam-sounds like its loading up-too much fuel and less air
Dec 10, 2011 at 11:18 PM
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