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Old Nov 19, 2006 | 11:36 PM
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Default Slight Problem With Cossie

Right my 4x4 cossie seems to have a slight splutter/holding back when flooring it in 1st gear

sometimes its ok sometimes its not , its fine in all the other gears

im gonna change the plugs on it tomorrow anyone know what plugs are best its stage 1


also the rev meter is always jumpin about, never stays where its suppose to

any ideas

all feedback shall be appreciated
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Old Nov 20, 2006 | 07:12 AM
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I use PP8'S in the 3 door and 4x4 !!
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Old Nov 20, 2006 | 09:06 AM
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It's odd that it's only in 1st gear, but I guess then it's load related. Maybe it's present in other gears, but only noticeable in 1st?? Just some thoughts
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Old Nov 20, 2006 | 11:58 AM
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check dizzy cap and rota
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Old Nov 20, 2006 | 12:53 PM
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Originally Posted by imiguk
check dizzy cap and rota
Yep, cheap stuff first!
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Old Nov 20, 2006 | 01:17 PM
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right gonna change the plugs dizzy cap, rotor arm

change the oil, oil filter etc

basically give her a service and take it from there

thanks
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Old Nov 20, 2006 | 04:18 PM
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Get a check on the alternator just to eleminate it if everything else fails

Auto electrics by me check them for nowt and only takes 2 min

worth a try just try your local guy
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