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Old 09-18-07, 04:04 PM
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weird sputtering?
This just started happen to me but when i hit 7000rpm it started to sputter like its hitting redline or something. It also did it once at 6500rpm. Anyone think it coul dbe the plugs or the fuel filter?
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Likely the fuel filter, or weak pump.
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Check your cap/rotor...
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Check hoses for vacuum leaks too.
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i got no vacuum line.. rats nest removed. cap and rotor are only like a year old. i am going to try fuel filter in the coming weeks
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