Karl1971
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Following about 500 miles of happy motoring since a good overhaul program back in the Spring I have developed something that seems to only happen when my stock twin port 1600 engine is hot...stalling when approaching roundabouts/junctions. This only seems to happen minutes after making a serious climb or two up some of the hills of north wales, so it's clear engine and oil is hot. No warning lights come on, she just fades out on me. I'm not massively worried yet (unless someone tells me otherwise) as on all three occasions I've had enough rolling speed to simply restart and drive on and then as I've been lucky enough to be on a flat allowing the 40 mph or so airflow to cool the engine down. But it happened twice this weekend and once a couple of weeks ago and as I plan to go to the Lakes later and would rather canvass a few opinions first before embarking out on a big trip.
Everything seems to be in order / no leaks etc underneath or in engine bay, and all new hoses fitted/ filters etc this spring, and after about 10 miles or sufficient airflow coming into the bay, she seems to cool down and then doesn't misbehave anymore - seems to basically be protesting!
My question is - is this perfectly normal and should it be expected if it is getting hot, or is there something else I should investigate?
Any suggestions or advice gratefully appreciated.
Thanks in advance.
1971 LHD crossover bay
Everything seems to be in order / no leaks etc underneath or in engine bay, and all new hoses fitted/ filters etc this spring, and after about 10 miles or sufficient airflow coming into the bay, she seems to cool down and then doesn't misbehave anymore - seems to basically be protesting!
My question is - is this perfectly normal and should it be expected if it is getting hot, or is there something else I should investigate?
Any suggestions or advice gratefully appreciated.
Thanks in advance.
1971 LHD crossover bay