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Well I’ve tried everything but still blighted with these two issues If left standing for a week or two it takes several long cranks before it splutters into life Plus once on the road unless you floor the throttle it chugs Ticks over fine, power is OK Fitted a non return valve to see if that...

Hi To be honest this has been going on so long, I have forgotten. I suppose the logical thing would be: Swap the Carbs If no difference Test the Distributor as you suggested If no difference Swap the Pump If no difference Give up!!

Trouble is one ends up constantly changing or replacing things, as you quite rightly say one starts to grasp at straws. I have two carbs, one the original and one an aftermarket one, can't remember now which is on it. If left for two long ( couple of weeks ) it takes a long time to start, then...

OK I'll check that, thanks for your input; just to be clearer . . . floor the throttle no problem, idles fine, anything in between is awful until you get it up to speed on a settled throttle. VWH are promoting a SSP 034 Dizzy + 12v Electronic Ignition which refers to the problem I have? What...

i bought it from Schofields circa £42.00 I recorded a part number 111 905 205 but unsure if that related to what I bought; there is no vacuum advance though

I cannot resolve this issue, the engine is sweet and all components checked or replaced; the engine ticks over well but unless you floor the throttle it chugs, it hates an open throttle I have an after market carb properly set up and a spare original carb. I'm sure it relates to fuel or supply

Hi Clem Thanks for that, I assume the stud you refer to is a fixing point for the exchanger, and the stud and nut are body located; if you have a picture that would be a great help as this octogenarian is a bit inflexible ;)

I have a '72 Bay Cross Over and want to fit two new Heat Exchanges, do I have to remove the engine

Many thanks for that, all makes sense I’ll see if my mechanic can test the pump and check the other items you mention I assume a better pump isn’t avaiable? What fuel should I using now?

Hi If I leave my Bay for a week or two, it takes circa 5 - 6 long cranks to start her I use the standard starting procedure When I return in say 24 hours she starts on the first turn, which to me as an amatuer mechanic only suggests a fuel delivery issue The engine is standard and in good order...

Hi All Apologies for long delay. I eventually solved the problem, via a experienced auto electrican. He ran a check on the feed to the carb ( it needs one for the choke to work ) to make sure it was live, it was. Then he undid the cap that covers the choke assembly as a final check, when...

Hi All Not sure if this is the correct way to get in touch, but worth a try. As a Show Organiser if your readership would like me to organise an Early Bay event in the North West ( Cheshire ) I’d be happy to do so; it would not be a business venture all proceeds to the Brain Tumour Society...

Hi Spins well, battery is good Just before it eventually fires up it will cough a bit, then I have to catch it I’ve had different comments about pressing the throttle, but I still do so The engine is sound and been on rolling road, the only changes have been E10 fuel and pancake filter, although...

I have a 72 crossover with recon engine and most things new, but takes a long time to start, once running is OK and will restart, feels like it needs a choke

I just spent nearly two years sorting bad starting and running, in the end renewing most things including more recently a complete engine upgrade only to find I still had the same issue!!!! A local garage put it on a rolling road and found the problem; the inlet flap on the air cleaner was...

Hi I'm new to Forums but have posted ( or thought I had ) a request for information on the water tank in my Westfalia. If the moderator can confirm this is the right route to take, and also where I check for a reply it would be VERY much appreciated! As I've had no response Regards Roy

The tank is easy to get at once you unbolt the sink/cooler unit. It's secured by two bolts accessible from behind the passenger seat if LHD. The unit also needs to be lifted out vertically otherwise the drainage pipe etc will baulk on the body. There would be several things to check. If the tank...

Hi Just finished renovating and installing a sink/cooler in a '71 Westy. Three problems. Although I replaced the seals in the tap it wont pull the water up unless I prime it. Secondly the drain tap at the bottom of the tank has been knocked off and bunged with filler, does anyone know the thread...