I got this beetle used, has 175000 miles and last owner abused it. They poured watering the gas tank, let the brakes rust etc.
When I got the car I couldnt get it past 1500rpms and then to do that I had to pump the gas pedal fast. I drained the tank, replaced the fuel filter and pulled : cleaned the plugs and now she will easily get to 4500rpms if I slowly rev the engine or pump the pedal, but if I just step on it nothing happens. It's like the engine dies though if I let up on the gas it will keep idling fine. I have let it run for over an hour and it runs smooth. I don't want to replace parts guessing, can anyone guide me as to what to look for next?
When I got the car I couldnt get it past 1500rpms and then to do that I had to pump the gas pedal fast. I drained the tank, replaced the fuel filter and pulled : cleaned the plugs and now she will easily get to 4500rpms if I slowly rev the engine or pump the pedal, but if I just step on it nothing happens. It's like the engine dies though if I let up on the gas it will keep idling fine. I have let it run for over an hour and it runs smooth. I don't want to replace parts guessing, can anyone guide me as to what to look for next?