Nope--not really---but---no problems since I pulled the in-tank sock off a long
time ago.
---- Chris Dimmock <austin.healey at gmail.com> wrote:
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Hey Tom.
You didn't mention cockpit temp? Have you done anything (like binding exhaust
manifolds) to reduce underbody (under bonnet) temp heat??
Just a thought
Your water pump??
Chris
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On 25/03/2012, at 1:59 AM, Tom Felts <tomfelts at windstream.net> wrote:
> Recently have developed what I feel is a fuel starvation problem on the Bj8.
> Happens very seldom.
>
> History:
> there is no filter inside the tank---removed years ago
> I have replaced the in-line fuel filter that I installed after removing the
> sock filter inside the tank.
> the pump points were pretty worn, and I have filed the inside ones down and
> added a new "outside: "flexible" one with fresh points on that side.
> I have a back-up pump in the line
> System has worked flawlessly for 12 years.
> Starvation appears when outside temp is high and car temp is high.
> when I say starvation, I mean it starts to skip and miss---does it for maybe
> 10 sec and clears up and car runs very smoothly.
> all lines are in good condition and there are no leaks from the fuel bowl or
> lines.
> fuel cap appears to be non-vented but I have used this cap for years with no
> problems at all.
>
> I'm open to any advice and/
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