I too have considered that the ignition system may be the problem, but the plugs are newish (100mi), and seem to be a little on the dark side but on the whole pretty clean. It does make me think a little of a CD problem, the motor has the original Bosch CD box, some of the wiring isn't hooked up (I think that has to do with the missing FI). It's an '83, and I had been considering replacing it, but from what I understand I can only get a permatune replacement? I'd like to go with an MSD, but would this necessitate a whole conversion to crankfire? doesn't crankfire also allow you to run higher CR without detonation?
Thanks,
Adam
'70 914-6 3.0
'63 Type 1
'54 Type 1 Ragtop
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Originally posted by Pillow:
I am not sure that the studs are going to solve your problem, but a good step to do anyway.
It kind of sounds like the plugs were slowly getting fouled leading to the motors running deterioration. I would suggest taking a close look at the ignition system and check your plugs and wires. If you are running a MSD or whatever the ground could be bad and cause these problems. I had a similar CDS(captive discharge) problem with a VW type 1 engine. Eronious little problem because I suspected the carb/fuel pump/coil the whole time.
Good Luck!
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[This message has been edited by 3liter914-6 (edited 03-01-2001).]