Odd engine problem on a rainy day . . chug, chug, chug, chug

[SJ]

From: <iain.atkinson at tesco.net>
To: "SJ" <syljay at optonline.net>
Sent: Tuesday, January 06, 2004 4:52 PM
Subject: Re: Fw: Odd engine problem on a rainy day . . chug, chug, chug,
chug


> Had a look at the distributor cap and rotor lately?? like wise how are the
plug wires. Have a look at the connectors on the injection system and
sensors any corrosion????

**** Cap, rotor, wires are not that old. I cleaned and applied Stabilant to
most connectors about a year ago.
I'm trying to nail this problem by touching/replacing when the symptons
occur. Otherwise, I'm just shotgunning the problem.
I want to define all the possibilities first. Then I can check and confirm a
suspect area with meter or starter spray when engine wont start.

If problems dont occur in next few days. I will do visual examination of
ignition items and electrical contacts. If I cannot find anything, I will
replace cap, rotor, temperature sensor. I have to figure out which sensor it
is first.

SJ