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    My first thought is that some component of the ignition system is gettin' hot and layin' down on ya. It's fine with cool air circulating in the engine compartment, but with no air flow, it's heatin' up. Maybe?

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    Vapor lock. Pour cold water on the fuel pump and lines next time it does it.

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    Quote Originally Posted by R Pope View Post
    Vapor lock. Pour cold water on the fuel pump and lines next time it does it.
    I always overlook the simple. Thank you.

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    Vapor lock at 180, dosen t it have to boil to vapor lock

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