[T3] missing on cylinders #2 & #3 FI 72 Fastback
Vern Creamer
vccreamer at cox.net
Tue Jan 10 14:05:28 PST 2012
Newbie lurker joining the fray. I have already learned a lot from this group.
Had the engine out last week for clutch repair; installed new spark plugs while the engine was out. Ran terrifically for the first 100 miles or so, smoother than ever. Over the last 50 miles, it's been missing as I rev up each gear; sometimes, it gets somewhat smoother once I get over 50 or so.
So far, I've replaced the (brand new) spark plugs ... #1 & #4 looked perfect; #2 & #3 are fouled black ... all of this after just 150 miles. When running, all 4 plug wires spark when loose but held close to the distributor. When I back #1 & #4 away, the engine begins to stall; when I back #2 & #3 away, there is no change to the engine.
The next thing I'll check are the plug wires; after that, not sure which direction to go. Suggestions?
Vern Creamer
Omaha, NE
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