My Bantam starts "missing" / losing power when on a long journey and motor is hot. If I stop for at least 10 minutes and then carry on traveling the problem goes away for about 30 minutes and then starts again.
It is over heating
SOURCE: After driving for an hour
I had the same issues for most of last summer. Finally, I replaced the Plug Wires and the car has been working like a charm since. The other problem I found was that I had the wrong plugs. It seems there are only two types for the Focus, the local parts guys quoted me the incorrect part number and my fuel efficiency went to ****.
Bryan
SOURCE: loses of power and engine miss
it may be fuel pump ? how much fuel is in the tank ? these trucks are famous for their fuel pumps overheating when the fuel level gets below half or sometimes evem a quarter tank. if the fuel tank is full you may want consider replaceing the fuel filter (as a good routine maitenance procedure)and see what happens then.
SOURCE: fuel problum
From what you are describing, if it's not the fuel pump, it very well may be the electrical ignition system. Here's an article describing your situation somewhat. I really think it is the cause of your problem:
http://yourhandymanzone.com/Your_Handyman_Zone_How_To_Pages_Vehicle_Car_Zone_Cars_Trucks_Vans_Engine_System_Engine_Abruptly_Quits_Periodically_While_Driving.htm
SOURCE: I have a 1997 FORD E250 VAN 4.2 V6 RUNS GOOD ON
If your exhaust smells like sulpher and the exhaust coming out of the tail pipedoes not stop immediately after engine is turned off. Your catalyctic converter is restricted. Have chk'd by muffler shop
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