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Crapping out after a few miles

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Old 09-27-2014, 10:11 PM
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So last few times ive rode my 82 fxwg it has started to crap out like its only getting half spark /no fuel after about 10 miles,,so i replaced the points condenser & coil,checked intake for leaks,,has a cv carb . I'm so stumped I guess next would be look behind timing plate?
 
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Old 09-27-2014, 11:05 PM
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Simplest things first. Check the caps to make sure they are venting. Check the fuel filter and look in the tank for crud that may be blocking the petcock.
 
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