Incorrect camshaft timing will cause a big loss of power while
presenting a deceptively smooth idle. The 82 should already have all
the electronic ignition you need.

wrote:

>What can go wrong when changing a timing belt that would result in a
>big loss of acceleration while still holding the same idle. It also
>seems to miss just a little when cruising down the street. Please
>help. Also, do ignition computer systems help older vws?
>
wrote:
>> You will see an increase in power if the cam is one tooth retarded.
>> Reset the ignition timing after reseting the cam timing.
>>
>> wrote:
>>
>> >I thought that I had my timing straightened out on my 82 1.7 CIS
>rabbit
>> >pickup with AC. It idles pretty good now. The timing light had
>> >confirmed that the ignition timing is on the mark. I have the cam
>mark
>> >set to the top edge of the head. Everything looks good. The
>problem
>> >is the lack of power. There is a significant loss in power since I
>had
>> >changed the timing belt. I just dont see what is causing this. Can
>> >anyone help me? Thanks. And what could I expect from advancing the
>> >cam by one notch?
>>
>>
>> Jim B.


Jim B.