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Old Nov 14, 2010 | 06:30 PM
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89 Vert no power when making left turns?

1989 Vert. When I make a left turn the engine loses power like it's not getting fuel. I'm confused because it will occur even with a full tank of fuel. Any ideas?
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Old Nov 14, 2010 | 06:32 PM
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In-tank sock filter is clogged
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Old Nov 14, 2010 | 07:11 PM
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^+1, also check inside the fuel tank and make sure the baffles aren't rusted out.
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Old Nov 14, 2010 | 07:47 PM
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Don't make left turns.
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Old Nov 14, 2010 | 08:49 PM
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Make 3 right turns instead.
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Old Nov 14, 2010 | 09:40 PM
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^ lol

Have you had an alignment or messed with your tie rods lately?

It seems like I've read about a turn sensor that causes similar problems. I'd have to search to find it now.

Fuel Filter?
Bad Ground?
Karma?
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Old Nov 15, 2010 | 02:25 PM
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Originally Posted by LunchboxCritter
^ lol

Have you had an alignment or messed with your tie rods lately?

It seems like I've read about a turn sensor that causes similar problems. I'd have to search to find it now.

Fuel Filter?
Bad Ground?
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I did mess with the tie rods. I need a front end alignment badly. Where is this turn sensor located?
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Old Nov 15, 2010 | 02:27 PM
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