96 GTI revs but no power

[mshelton911]

After i took my 96 GTI off a 3 foot wave it began to run like sh**. If you punch full throttle at a dead stop you hear the engine revving(slightly higher pitched revving then normal) but there is little to no propulsion. If you let off a little, it will pick up and go and you can "baby" it into full throttle after a few seconds of 1/2 throttle but why would does it not propel correctly from a dead stop. Sometimes it runs well when you get it into full throttle but other times it temporarily bogs down and then picks up. I replaced the spark plugs last week but i noticed they were kinda dirty after 1 use. Could it possibly the wear ring?

 

[kustomkarl]

Check the wear ring for any excessive clearance. It sounds like it might be worn out.

Karl

 

[cdnbikerdude]

Check the motor mounts. You probably broke one landing. THis will cause the engine to misalign to the drive shaft and slip.

 

[mshelton911]

Motor mounts intact

Check the motor mounts. You probably broke one landing. THis will cause the engine to misalign to the drive shaft and slip.

I check the motor mounts today and all four seem to be intact and holding the engine in perfect alignment.. I was thinking about pulling off the boot to see if the drive shaft is fluidly and easily running back and forth. Does anybody else have any ideas??

 

[timmyboy76]

make sure nuth'n in pump assy...just found a bag in mine..think though, do what Karl mentioned..

 

[mdesjard]

no power after big wave

Hello my friend,
Check for manifold exhaust bolts or leaks. Start your check from the engine until the waterbox.

Good luck.