Hhhmmm... It's hard to say for me unless I know more. Once again, does the
car quit running immediately, without a single cough, or does it sputter a
bit before it quits. This is a crucial indicator to tell if your search
should start with the electrical or fuel system...
=J=
-----Original Message-----
From: Arts Council <artscape@clas.net>
To: mgs@autox.team.net <mgs@autox.team.net>
Date: Thursday, August 20, 1998 2:07 PM
Subject: engine dies
>I have a 1971 MGB, that until now has been a good runner. Recently it
>started dying when left to idle for more than a few minutes and
>occasionally (once or twice a day!) dying when reaching speeds in excess of
>around 50 mph. I can always restart the car immediately, but I don't know
>how long my luck will hold out. I replaced the fuel filter, but that didn't
>help. I have had suggestions including, the coil, the fuel pump, or even
>just the ground. Please help!!!!!!! It is my daily driver. And I don't want
>to replace everything until I get it right.
>
>Thank you,
>Daniel North
>71 MGB, BRG (owned for 5 months)
>
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