Re: v8q troubles

[BRIT4VWS@aol.com]

In a message dated 12/04/1998 5:37:02 AM Pacific Standard Time,
termite@rocketmail.com writes:

<< new to the list and the v8q as well and having some teething problems
 here:  in the process of bedding in the new brakes [ufo's] which were
 starting to pick up a warp [the list suggestion of 80-0stops and
 starts],  the engine now appears to be flooding somewhat.  symptoms
 are that multifunction shows 5mpg [variable],  when you get off of the
 throttle,  it feels as though you just dropped anchor [very abrupt
 on-off of the accelleration],  and it will stall occaisionally when
 you come to a stop.  it also stinks like it is running rich.  only
 other thing to add is that the breather hose under the air cleaner is
 shot and on order so it is smoking a little under the hood.  car has
 57k on it and was running well until last night.  any suggestions
 would be appreciated
 
 cheers
 jim catterson
 90 v8q
 93 eurovan  gl                  ny >>

Jim,

	I would try replacing the O2 sensor since it will be up for service anyway at
60,000 if it does not solve the prob. at least you know you replaced the part
on time.

Britton Ingraham
87 4KQ
88 Jetta
73 Beetle