Hi all,

     I finally got my muffler replaced.  The CAT was fine but my muffler was
screwed.  I still have the original problem of a stumble or flat spot as I
accelerate.  It does seem to be only after it is warmed up.  That leads me
to believe it is a lean fuel problem.  Any more suggestions?  It was nice to
drive my bus after so long. (two weeks)  Thanks.

Pat Callaghan
87 GL Westy
Portland, OR.
www.cybcon.com/~patcal

----- Original Message -----
From: "Kevin Frank" <kevin@fkdn.com>
To: "Pat Callaghan" <patcal@cybcon.com>
Sent: Thursday, May 01, 2003 9:32 AM
Subject: Re: [WetWesties] 87 Westy running poorly

> I'd suggest pulling off and inspecting your catalytic converter. I've
heard
> people having similar problems as you're having due to a clogged cat.
> Especially if you have a lot of miles on your van. As you can imagine,
> anything restricting your exhaust flow would severely reduce your power,
> but would still allow your van to start and idle just fine.
>
> Kevin

> >
> >      My bus has been running poorly lately.  I wrote a few weeks ago
> > about a power loss & then when I pulled over it died.  Started right up
> > but feels like it has a hesitation.  Starts perfect, idles fine but when
> > it is accelerating it feels sorta flat.  Seems to be in any gear.  All
> > tune-up related parts had been changed right before I bought it.(i have
> > receipts)  I changed the fuel filter Tuesday to no avail.  I have also
> > changed the blue temp sensor & ICU since I have had it.  I was going to
> > check the basics first, compression, fuel pressure & spark but since it
> > starts & idles so well I am not sure.  Any suggestions?  Thanks.