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    Running a type 4 engine standalone

    start with checking the end play I know it has been rebuilt - but as said you want to check things You can have good oil pressure and compression...
    Post by: Barry, Apr 21, 2018 at 1:58 PM in forum: Resto Corner
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    Another carb timing issue.....

    From memory you have a centre mount singe carb on a type 4. there is no pre heaters on that set up - so it will never idle well compared to a stock...
    Post by: Barry, Apr 21, 2018 at 10:09 AM in forum: Fuel System & Electrics
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    T3 2.1MV EFI flat spot?

    Agree I don't have any pinging issues
    Post by: Barry, Apr 21, 2018 at 7:59 AM in forum: T3 & T4 Tech Help Clinic
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    T3 2.1MV EFI flat spot?

    Maybe worth having a chat to him He may be setting correctly by the book - but it is not what the motor wants. As said - mine is set at 40* Not...
    Post by: Barry, Apr 20, 2018 at 5:17 PM in forum: T3 & T4 Tech Help Clinic
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    T3 2.1MV EFI flat spot?

    I wouldnt assume your mechanic always checks your timing.
    Post by: Barry, Apr 20, 2018 at 2:55 PM in forum: T3 & T4 Tech Help Clinic
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    T3 2.1MV EFI flat spot?

    http://www.gowesty.com/tech-article-details.php?id=162 I am more like 40* advance
    Post by: Barry, Apr 20, 2018 at 12:19 PM in forum: T3 & T4 Tech Help Clinic
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    T3 2.1MV EFI flat spot?

    Having just gone through a bit of timing drama, retarding timing is the last thing i would bo to get rid of a flat spot. If you have a timing light...
    Post by: Barry, Apr 20, 2018 at 8:01 AM in forum: T3 & T4 Tech Help Clinic
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    WEBBERS - advice please

    I prefer Dellorto DRLA 40's over Weber IDF 40's. Mainly because they take a larger idle over Weber IDFs I would also be buying rebuilt Italian carbs...
    Post by: Barry, Apr 19, 2018 at 9:58 PM in forum: Fuel System & Electrics
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    T2 replacement seats

    Mr Google gave me this...
    Post by: Barry, Apr 19, 2018 at 11:51 AM in forum: Resto Corner
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    What is the easiest way to remove/lift off a sopru pop top?

    You should ask what is the "best" way I wouldnt think there is an "easiest" way
    Post by: Barry, Apr 18, 2018 at 4:28 PM in forum: 'How To' & 'Handy Hints'
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    True T3 barn find! For Sale

    Or a REALLY bad memory
    Post by: Barry, Apr 18, 2018 at 8:18 AM in forum: Kombi Spotting
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    True T3 barn find! For Sale

    You must have a BIG shed!
    Post by: Barry, Apr 18, 2018 at 8:18 AM in forum: Kombi Spotting
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    Exhaust system – advice sought

    Just Kampers UK has Ernst in stock...
    Post by: Barry, Apr 17, 2018 at 8:42 AM in forum: Engine & Transmission