Re:Runs crappy after sitting

[Michael LaRosa <76761.1444@compuserve.com>]

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>This summer, my '89 100Q has developed a small problem.
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>If I let it sit for a couple of days (like over the weekend),
>especially in wet/humid weather, it runs really crappy for a little
>while - say the 20 miles to work. After sitting the day, it's fine.
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>It idles fine, and runs OK, as long as I don't get into it too
>far. If I open the throttle too far, or don't rev it from idle
>before engaging 1st, it bucks violently (but doesn't stall).
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>I assume that it needs a new cap/rotor; this is moisture getting in.
>Does this sound reasonable?
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Yes, Sounds very reasonable and cheap to try :-)  Have you ever replaced
the spark plug wires ?  Check it out at night when it's wet, you may see
some arcing.......

Mike,



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>Only my cat shares my opinions, and she doesn't wear caps.
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