1992 DATSUN 1600
300,000 MILES
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PTAH
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The car looses power even on mild inclines. The fuel consumption has just shot up. It is a carburetor engine. Had recently changed the clutch and fly wheel. what could be the problem?
Nov 1, 2012 at 7:50 AM
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KHLOW2008
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Have you checked the ignition timing?
Nov 1, 2012 at 11:28 AM
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PTAH
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yep, but just realised that the lead cables from the distributor cap are worn out and loose. just changed them, hope that sorts it out. thanx.
Nov 1, 2012 at 2:35 PM
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KHLOW2008
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Bad plug wires can cause misfiring and would affect performance. Good luck.
Nov 1, 2012 at 5:18 PM
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PTAH
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Did it, worked like a charm, also had some holes in the exhaust piping which i plugged. Thanx and God bless!!!
Nov 2, 2012 at 6:41 AM
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You're welcome.
Nov 2, 2012 at 2:05 PM