My 84 733i has been in the garage taking up space for tooo long. I had to replace the crankshaft pulley which this group helped me. But now it runs very poorly. It ran great before I replaced the pulley and after I replaced the pulley and tested it for a minute before putting the belts and fan back on. Now it seems as if the timing is " floating" i.e., run great on second, terrible the next, back fires and dies. I feel that I must have disconnected a wire or vacuum line but can now find it. Any ideas would be appreciated. Larry
Help with 84 733i
Apr 02, 2006
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"L. D. Mormino" wrote
Almost certainly a vacuum leak. Check that the dipstick is fully in. Check the oil filler cap. Look for the vacuum diagram - probably on the underside of the hood - and use that to check around.
FloydR
FloydR - I did that and even took off the Michelin hose to inspect it for crack/holes. In addition I have had a couple friends help look for breaks. I am about ready to sell for parts before me wife gets upset. Larry
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