I always knew it was the fuel pump
After many weeks of dealing with an unreliable car, today I finally have closure. It was the fuel pump. I knew it from day one, but the guys at Autotronics (boo!) couldn't figure it out. They kept insisting it was the carburetor. So, I took it to a different mechanic. They said, "It's your fuel pump." And I went, "Gee, I'm shocked."
So, now I'm super pissed. The Autotronics (boo!) guys charged me $306.07 to fix nothing. Well, actually they fixed the choke thermostat, which didn't need fixed. Then they wanted another $600 to take the carb apart??????????????????? Plus, I found out they charged me $109 for a $50 part. Aaaaaargh!
As much as I hate to do it, I think it's time for small-claims court. Or, as they call it in Minnesota, conciliation court. I want my $300 back!