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Engine probs

https://forums.aussieveedubbers.com/threads/45585/engine-probs

markbailey ·

Hey...

My 71 Beetle.. when reved, makes a spatting noise.. and looses power missing a beat... what do i do

Old Dubber ·

makes a spatting noise.. and looses power missing a beat
Missing ...as in spark?
Check plug wires, plugs, points gap, timing

t2 ·

check tappets

shiftyvw ·

spatting noise? got a better description?

markbailey ·

You have to Rev the car a lot.... Ummm i dnt know what else to call it it just like misses a beat and spats

shiftyvw ·

Sounds like a big loud sharp exhaust leak, especially when cold?

barls ·

does it idle ok? if not its most likely a plug or lead thats causing the problem