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So, Ive disconnected the lambda sensor, cleaned up the earth on the engine (the one just behind the dissy) and cleaned the plugs. Took it on a couple of local runs, which under normal circumstances the problem would have occurred... It drove great, didn't miss a beat. The hydraulic tappets rattled f...

Cheers Tim. Its not done many miles since its last service. Had new oil and spark plugs etc then.... It did make a difference, but the problem has come back. I reckon the over fuelling causes the plugs to get sooty, hence new plugs make a difference for a short while... I'm working on it now. Going ...

Guys, sorry....
Appreciate all of your help and advice. I've not been around to try what you have said.

I am home this weekend, so will spend some time on it then.

I will post what happens....

Cheers

Excellent, thank you. I will try that tonight...

I'll post the result. Hopefully help others out there.

Cheers

Thanks Silverbullet, Not sure what you mean by an MV? Guess I've gotta catch up with the lingo.... I fitted a Lambda sensor last year and went for the more expensive option. I can't remember what make it so I'll check. Thanks for the heads up on the earth leads.... I'll get them checked asap and let...

Hi guys, (and girls...) I'm new to this forum, A lot of great info and threads out there, happy to see these vans have a great following. I've owned my T3 for a couple of years now, still loving it... even tho its had a good go at bankrupting me and tipping me over the edge! I will never give in.......