Red Devil Worshipers

Monday, January 26, 2009

Anyone had this problem with their Bullitt?

A couple of weeks ago, while cruising on the freeway, I had a sudden drop in acceleration in the Green Goblin. I was traveling about 65 or 70, with the cruise control engaged, when suddenly the speed dropped and I lost acceleration. I down-shifted and hit the gas, but lost more power, so I down-shifted yet again and lost more power. I clicked on the emergency blinkers and started to move over to the shoulder, not wanting to think I was going to have my first major mechanical disaster in the new Green Goblin. As I was pulling over, I shifted up and hit the gas. This time I fell a slight shudder, as if the fuel injection kicked in or spit out something and just as suddenly as the problem began, I was up to full speed again. I ten proceeded about 15 miles back home, with no subsequent problem. I have not driven it since then and have made an appointment with the dealer. However, I have heard that Ford has had a reputation for faulty/bad fuel injection systems in their vehicles. Can anyone confirm this? I hope this is just a simple repair, covered by warranty and I can continue the love affair.

To speed. . .