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To: mgs@autox.team.net
Subject: Engine questions
From: miker15@juno.com
Date: Sun, 21 Mar 1999 09:45:35 EST
Im fairly sure i know the answer(s) to this but in the hope that i may be
wrong would appreciate a few opinions
My GT has just not been running right......
symptoms
-runs fine at rest - no missing, popping or untoward sounds
-needs about 1/4 chke to keep idle going however
-not "pulling" well at all - loss of power, feels like the brakes are on
-occasional puffs(large) of smoke from tailpipe when pulling away (gray,
slight blue tinge) - no pattern as to when this will occur - random
-occasional pinging under load - sounds like pinking but harsher
-no perceived leaks or loss of coolant
-plugs uniformly "ok"

oh, and add to the list, wont shift out of overdrive unless changed into
2nd - not related but just as concerning

Yes......i do suspect something horrific such as rings, camshaft wear etc
but im prepared to try anything else first!!!!!

mike robson
69 roadster
70 BGT
53 Riley


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