1969 Other Volkswagen Models engine back fires doent want to

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1969 Other Volkswagen Models 4 cyl Two Wheel Drive Manual

cant get it to even start now coming home from work wouldnt do but 40 all the way to the floor spitting backfiring should i buy new carb
Oct 20, 2008 at 10:00 PM
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Hi there,

I would be checking the compressions and then the valve clearances first, this is a common problem with early VW's also make sure that the points are not closed up, start here.

Mark (mhpautos)
Oct 20, 2008 at 11:38 PM
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