Marlene is relatively new to me but since we met, we've covered quite a few miles together...over 4000 in the last 6wks. In fact, 10 days ago, I put 1200 miles on her in less than 24 hours (http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?threadid=61082&highlight=road+trip) making a rush trip from to and back from OKC. Both before and after that ride, there was never a a hint of hard starting or blue smoke. The thing that concerns me is the rapidity with which this issue has manifested itsself.

Filters and valve adj are definitely on the agenda for this weekend anyway...the necessary wreches and a set of filters are waiting in the garage.

RL