On Wed, 10 Nov 1999 16:40:53 -0800, you wrote:
>I believe that the reason the engine continues to run is that carbon
>deposits inside the combustion chamber are still burning, or are at least
>hot enough to cause the fuel to ignite. The cause of the carbon deposits
>is either a too rich mixture or incomplete combustion caused by poor
>timing (too retarded). So, as you say, it's an indirect cause. After
>correcting the contributing cause, it may take a while to burn away the
>carbon enough so that the dieseling stops.
>
I have been wondering when someone is going to suggest..
l. New plugs
2. Check timing (new points and condenser)
3. Higher octane gas.
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