Re: Fuel Distributor '82 2.2i

[shields@tembel.org (Michael Shields)]

> I noticed that the Airflow plate had alot of carbon build up around the
> mouth, so I cleaned this with a solvent, and the plate will now move freely
> into the gap.  I also notices light resistance when pulling the plate up, as
> if it was flowing through oil.  It also takes a while to settle.  I take it
> that this is the fuel distributor plunger taking time to return to its new
> position.  Basically, is this normal, or is this distributor almost
> knackered too?  I remember Phil previously mentioning that the plate should
> move freely.

There is supposed to be a small amount of free play before it contacts
the plunger.  On my car I believe the amount is 1.9 + 1.1 mm.
-- 
Shields.
['86 Coupe GT]