Low Power?

Post by **tonytech** » 15 Jan 2006, 21:55

2.1 DJ Caravelle, Autobox.
No high top or pop top.

Had a 200 mile round trip to lake district this Wend.
Felt that the suposedly 'New' (Not recon) engine was a bit down on power.
No problem until steep grades then I was down to 50mph.
I'm sure my last bus (Not auto ) had more grunt.
Felt it was a bit thirsty too (220mile / 40 litres)

I've noticed a lot of tappet noise when cold and wonder if this could be linked.
I know the tappets are hydraulic but might the initial setting be out?

T

Post by **T'Onion** » 15 Jan 2006, 22:11

Tony have you changed the oil yet ?

No problem until steep grades then I was down to 50mph

grow some legs so tha can reach the right hand pedal hehehhehe

Post by **Dud** » 16 Jan 2006, 15:25

Fuel consumption doesn't sound way out. Did you have water on board? I get about 250 max out of 40 L on my Aircooled and I'm fairly light footed.

Post by **tonytech** » 16 Jan 2006, 16:31

No Water onboard. Its not a camper.
T

Post by **Tex Ritter** » 16 Jan 2006, 20:41

How many miles have you done on your new engine?

Low power might just be down to the newness, if it's only done a few miles, give it a chance to loosen off, the performance will pick up once the tightness has dissapeared.

TR

Post by **Aidan** » 19 Jan 2006, 13:18

2.1 should fly, even on an autobox. Check the basics, air filter, plugs, leads, timing, compression test if you can, fuel pump delivery..I can help and am quite close if you need a hand, contact details in my profile.
Regards
Aidan

Post by **tonytech** » 19 Jan 2006, 16:26

Thanks people.
I'll get round to looking at it soon.
My life seems to be fully booked at the moment.
Its Panto season (Oh no it isnt) {sound and lighting a speciality} and I'd rather be going away at weekends than groveling in the engine bay.

T