serious problems

[GolfGL]

Hi ive been having serious problems with my mk3 1.8 GL and is wondering if any one can help or has had similar problems. The problems are that in the morning first thing when its wet or cold it takes several attempts to start. Once started though it tends to run fine. The other problem is that mostly in the rain when accelerating i will loose all power and the engine cuts out or the dash lights dim and i have almost no power so im almost coasting. At these times i usually have wipers, heaters and stereo on not sure if this effects it though. It cut out once and would never start so the AA guy came out and said maybe a loose connection but wasnt sure. so i took it to my local mechanic who run a ecu diagnosis and said nothing was wrong but said ther starter was sticking so replaced it. this has still not resolved the problem so has anyone got an idea. any help is greatly appreciated as i almost died when it cut out going down a hill will not brakes or steering

[mrwotto]

The first problem with the starting sounds like  damp problem to me, try using some damp start on your leads and distributor.

I am unsure about why it could be cutting out, but I am sure one of the other guys may be able to help, it mnay also be helpfull to post this problem in the garage section, as it will be read by a wider range of people in there.

Sorry I cant be of no more help.

Paul