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Old Aug 1, 2011 | 02:32 PM
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Hey gang, I have a recurring problem on my 1985 Softail FXST (new engine: 5,000 miles with old electronics). My bike will idle GREAT for as long as I want, but the minute I ride away and hit more than 20 mph, it continuously stalls / mis-fires / cut-out. I have completely cleaned and re-built the carb and changed out the fuel filter, thinking there may be a partial blockage somewhere, but no changes. I just tried again and she idled fine for 20 minutes...drive 1/4 mile and starts cutting-out. Any ideas, other than carting it off to the dealer?
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Old Aug 1, 2011 | 03:25 PM
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Did you take out and clean the screen on the petcock?
 
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Old Aug 1, 2011 | 03:27 PM
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Could be electrical, too. Check the coil for cracks and try wiggling the ignition swith on the dash while riding.
 
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Thanks for the responses guys. I did clear the petcock screen, so that's done. I'll check the coil / ignition later today...
 
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