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DIY PROM
12-21-2012, 08:43 PM
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Tuning a 747 versus Megasquirt II for a new ground-up project
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Re: Tuning a 747 versus Megasquirt II for a new ground-up project
Thanks Chimaera. I'd be looking at the MSII and going form there, although I did see in one of the stickies that there was a MAF conversion done for TBIs with a later TBI ECM... so much has changed...
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DIY PROM
12-20-2012, 05:03 PM
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Tuning a 747 versus Megasquirt II for a new ground-up project
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Re: Tuning a 747 versus Megasquirt II for a new ground-up project
I'm just looking for some opinions from guys who have played with both.
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DIY PROM
12-19-2012, 09:06 PM
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Tuning a 747 versus Megasquirt II for a new ground-up project
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Tuning a 747 versus Megasquirt II for a new ground-up project
I used to hang out here a lot back when I converted my 86 Bird to TPI, so I'm slowly getting reacclimated with the technologies. My next project is taking all of the spare junk I have around to...
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Firebirds Wanted
02-28-2010, 09:28 PM
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[PA]
WTB Firebird or T/A T-Top Body
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WTB Firebird or T/A T-Top Body
I'm looking for a good, straight body to transfer my stock-pile of good parts to.
It must be:
A t-top car.
mostly assembled, but even that is negotiable if everything is pretty straight.
I...
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TPI
09-12-2007, 04:00 PM
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The MASSIVE price increase of a TPI Memcal?
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Re: The MASSIVE price increase of a TPI Memcal?
I understand that, but MAN. Makes Megasquirt look very affordable right now... I if I could sell mine new in the box for 20% off that price, I'd have most of the megasquirt paid off.
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TPI
09-12-2007, 02:57 PM
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The MASSIVE price increase of a TPI Memcal?
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The MASSIVE price increase of a TPI Memcal?
So, I'm finally back to putzing with my tune port conversion, and I nearly crapped my pants when I looked up the price of the 16151348 memcal used for Speed Density applications.
I bought one 2 or...
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Mid-Atlantic Region
08-08-2006, 08:22 AM
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Looking to borrow time on a pocket programmer
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86BirdSE
Looking to borrow time on a pocket programmer
I had to send mine back to intronix to be fixed, and I need to burn a quick chip to get my latest project back running again. I'm currently in the Lehigh Valley/Allentown area. I'm willing to...
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Tech / General Engine
08-02-2006, 07:12 PM
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TPI swap no start--lost....
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503
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86BirdSE
WHat memcal are you using? I had a stock AUJP...
WHat memcal are you using? I had a stock AUJP from the dealer and it wouldn't start... turned out to be looking for a non-existant VATS signal. moates.net's chip adapter and a burn with VATS set to...
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TPI
07-25-2006, 06:41 PM
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Which TV cable to use?
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86BirdSE
Which TV cable to use?
I'd like to know if there is a specific part number or length as to which TV cable to use for a TPI swap.
Napa SHows a 51" cable ATP17901... is this the right one? I can usually get stuff same...
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Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Wanted
07-25-2006, 02:02 PM
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TPI Kickdown Cable WTB/WTT
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86BirdSE
TPI Kickdown Cable WTB/WTT
I'm looking for a TPI kickdown cable, the one I bought from GMPD does not fit and I can not return it. I'm looking for preferably used one, possibly trade the one I have for a carb/TBI guy who needs...
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TPI
07-04-2006, 12:39 PM
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Caburator to tpi swap
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1,225
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86BirdSE
Not to hijack, but would a fuel-injected v6...
Not to hijack, but would a fuel-injected v6 interior harness work as a plug and play unit?
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TPI
06-20-2006, 06:26 PM
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VSS Wiring 1985 TPI swap into 86 CCC
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86BirdSE
There is a brown wire inside. The ones I'm...
There is a brown wire inside. The ones I'm referring to are pinkish purple and yellow. I noticed they did not go to the ecm on the 86's ccc harness... looks like they went to a buffer box, to which...
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TPI
06-19-2006, 09:41 PM
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VSS Wiring 1985 TPI swap into 86 CCC
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86BirdSE
I believe i figured it out. It looks like I have...
I believe i figured it out. It looks like I have to run the VSS plug with the new harness. It looks like it goes into what I assume is a buffer box, which looks like it feeds back to the ECM.:hmmm:...
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TPI
06-19-2006, 08:01 PM
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VSS Wiring 1985 TPI swap into 86 CCC
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VSS Wiring 1985 TPI swap into 86 CCC
I picked up another 86 Firebird, with the CC carb. I got a tuned port system from a 1985 I believe a Camaro, and I'm knee-deep in the swap.
Here's what I have done so far:
Dropped the tank and...
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Tech / General Engine
06-14-2006, 04:50 PM
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Rough Idle, checked almost everything!!
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86BirdSE
Some more modes of thinking...
Just curious... when is the last time you've replaced your ignition coil?
Plug Wires nice and tight, and not leaking spark?
How old is (and who made) your ignition module?
Are you living in an...
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Cooling
06-12-2006, 08:25 PM
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I am going to be reconverting my A/C pretty soon...
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86BirdSE
Very good. Thanks.
Very good. Thanks.
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Cooling
06-12-2006, 07:51 PM
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I am going to be reconverting my A/C pretty soon...
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698
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86BirdSE
Not to hijack the thread but...
How much refrigerant is needed minus the 8oz oil charge included in the NAPA Retrofit Kit? I'm adding a serpentine A/C to a previously non-A/C car and I don't see any stickers anywhere mentioning...
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Tech / General Engine
04-14-2006, 08:37 PM
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Oil article in latest High Perf Pontiac Mag
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1,172
Posted By
86BirdSE
Thanks for all of your opinions guys. I know oil...
Thanks for all of your opinions guys. I know oil can be a hostile subject (like spark plugs and 02 sensors) but thanks for being polite and respectful.
Five7kid, I understand where you're comming...
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TPI
04-14-2006, 08:27 PM
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Fuel Filters Plug Quickly
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470
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86BirdSE
:2cents: did you replace your pulsator and...
:2cents: did you replace your pulsator and rubber hoses INSIDE the tank? Any deterioration or deformation or tears will cause a pressure loss.
Don't ask me how I figured that one out.
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TPI
04-14-2006, 08:23 PM
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whats is the difference between tpi and tbi distributers
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86BirdSE
The only one that is different is the truck TBI. ...
The only one that is different is the truck TBI. There is an inherent rev limiter built into a factory issued truck TBI ignition module. Other than that, yep, all the same.
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Tech / General Engine
04-02-2006, 11:15 PM
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Oil article in latest High Perf Pontiac Mag
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86BirdSE
Oil article in latest High Perf Pontiac Mag
Not sure if you guys read this or not... It's about camshaft lobe failure over the past 12-18 months in flat-tappet cam motors since the new API service classification with motor oil. Very...
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Parts for Sale 2006
03-31-2006, 12:01 AM
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1227730 ECM For Sale $45 (No Memcal)
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86BirdSE
1227730 ECM For Sale $45 (No Memcal)
Cleaning out the garage, and came across a known good 730 ECM. First $45 takes it. Comes with connector plugs/pig tails.
I do not have a v8 memcal for it... but I do have 3 v6 Memcals I'm not...
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DIY PROM
03-11-2006, 08:17 AM
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747 $42 Code help
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86BirdSE
THANK YOU!!
Rbob, Thank you a TON!
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DIY PROM
03-11-2006, 12:54 AM
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747 $42 Code help
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579
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86BirdSE
747 $42 Code help
I'm installing a TB setup on my car using the $42 code and a 747 ECM. My editing software is TunerPro.
I can't seem to find where I'm supposed to change the stock chip's CID and Injector size......
Forum:
TPI
12-31-2005, 04:08 PM
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Is OEM Batch Firing The Most Efficient?
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3,101
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86BirdSE
I Disagree 100%
Nonsense. The Pinouts show clearly there are two injector drivers... the ecm sneds out one pluse width signal for both, but there are two seperate drivers:...
Forum:
DIY PROM
11-23-2005, 12:58 AM
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5
Getting started With an Ostrich and ALDL
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659
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86BirdSE
YES... ahh thanks Craig!
YES... ahh thanks Craig!
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DIY PROM
11-22-2005, 09:00 AM
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Thanks again
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384
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86BirdSE
Thanks again
Thanks for the clarification. I did read through all of the stickies and The Ostrich threw me for a loop... so I read craig's description, and some feed back here on the board... but never saw how...
Forum:
DIY PROM
11-21-2005, 03:06 PM
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5
Getting started With an Ostrich and ALDL
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659
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86BirdSE
Getting started With an Ostrich and ALDL
So I've spent the better part of two hours reaserching and reading....
And for simplicity's sake... is it possible to begin serious tuning on one vehicle with:
1.) An ostrich to tune without...
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Transmissions and Drivetrain
10-09-2005, 09:18 PM
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7
Dexron VI ATF........
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3,612
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86BirdSE
So where does one pick up this stuff? Besides a...
So where does one pick up this stuff? Besides a dealership?
Forum:
TPI
02-22-2005, 08:23 PM
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Clearing the air about dash LG4 wiring harness
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672
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86BirdSE
Things that go BUMP in the night
ttt
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TPI
02-14-2005, 04:33 PM
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Clearing the air about dash LG4 wiring harness
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672
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86BirdSE
Clearing the air about dash LG4 wiring harness
Ok, I'm at the wiring point of my LG4 to TPI... and I've been sifting through a bunch of irrelavant posts and I'm still lost as to whether or not I'll need a dash harness out of a fuel injected car....
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Body
02-14-2005, 03:45 PM
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Junkyard parts interchange
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86BirdSE
I've got a set of Fiero Seats in my car right...
I've got a set of Fiero Seats in my car right now. When I get a real job, an outfit called Mr. Mikes makes leather covers for them and I love how they feel compared to the crap they put in the...
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Body
02-14-2005, 03:45 PM
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24
Junkyard parts interchange
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2,853
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I've got a set of Fiero Seats in my car right...
I've got a set of Fiero Seats in my car right now. When I get a real job, an outfit called Mr. Mikes makes leather covers for them and I love how they feel compared to the crap they put in the...
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TPI
02-07-2005, 04:20 PM
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11
best upgraded fuel pump
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862
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86BirdSE
Bought a new one for a 1989 Turbo Trans-Am 3.8L. ...
Bought a new one for a 1989 Turbo Trans-Am 3.8L. It flows more than a v8 tpi pump, and cost about $65 at Napa.
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Transmissions and Drivetrain
01-23-2005, 08:35 AM
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17
GM Dextron III ATF ???
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86BirdSE
I'm 99.999% sure the stuff Wal Mart sells is now...
I'm 99.999% sure the stuff Wal Mart sells is now made by Exxon/Mobil. Why else would the new oil bottles have the same shape as Exxon Superflo and Mobil Drive-Clean?
FWIW about 5 years ago you...
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TPI
01-19-2005, 09:46 PM
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5
Broken and Lost Fuel Injector Locks
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86BirdSE
thanks for the tip... I bought a complete tpi...
thanks for the tip... I bought a complete tpi gasket set from Napa, and it contained some black o-rings... I'm not real impressed with em, they seemed as hard as the 18 yr old ones... a little armor...
Forum:
TPI
01-19-2005, 05:49 PM
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Check List for TPI Swap
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753
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86BirdSE
Rumor has it that the alternator bracket is...
Rumor has it that the alternator bracket is slightly different... but I honestly don't see a need for changing it.
Forum:
TPI
01-19-2005, 05:08 PM
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5
Broken and Lost Fuel Injector Locks
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941
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86BirdSE
Broken and Lost Fuel Injector Locks
Well, in the process of my retrofit of TPI on my LG4, I decided I was going to remove my injectors for fresh o-rings. I neded up with some busted knuckles... which heal
... and busted injector...
Forum:
TPI
01-19-2005, 02:24 PM
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365
Important/Useful :
Repinning TBI to Speed Density TPI
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120,124
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[b] No clue, but I have a slew of used ones...
[b]
No clue, but I have a slew of used ones in good shape I'll send ya cheap. Shoot me a PM if you're intrested.
Forum:
TPI
01-18-2005, 01:19 PM
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Check List for TPI Swap
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753
Posted By
86BirdSE
Here's a short list
Ok, here's what I've done so far.
https://www.thirdgen.org/techbb2/showthread.php?s=&threadid=216453
To repin your TBI Harness to work.
1227730 ECM ( I have extras for sale, P/M me if...
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TPI
01-18-2005, 01:08 PM
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8
Failed Smog Again!
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562
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86BirdSE
Your Catalytic convertor is "worn out" The...
Your Catalytic convertor is "worn out" The Chemicals inside have lost their reactivity. Good Luck.
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Tech / General Engine
01-17-2005, 01:32 PM
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Oil Pan swap horror.
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769
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86BirdSE
haha, yeah, pretty much. Glad it worked out......
haha, yeah, pretty much. Glad it worked out... I'm struggling with my own right now... I think the Donley punch part is what had me laughing and saying WTF.
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Tech / General Engine
01-17-2005, 08:35 AM
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Oil Pan swap horror.
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769
Posted By
86BirdSE
:idiot: It's no small wonder every third gen I...
:idiot: It's no small wonder every third gen I see in the yards are beat to piss. SO you'll beat up the pan yet complain about ruining the gasket?:D
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TPI
01-04-2005, 10:12 AM
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5
Where does one purchase throttle and TV cables?
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478
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86BirdSE
Never Overkill!!
You Rock!!! I owe ya one. PM me your address so I can send you a cold six pack. Thanks again!:D :D :D :hail: :thumbsup: :rockon: :yourock: :thanks:
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TPI
01-04-2005, 12:36 AM
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5
Where does one purchase throttle and TV cables?
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478
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86BirdSE
Where does one purchase throttle and TV cables?
So where does one purchase a throttle cable and tv cable to finish their TPI swap in an LG4 car?
If it's the dealer, do you have part #'s?
Forum:
TPI
01-04-2005, 12:19 AM
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Is MFI 2.8 V6 throttle cable same as TPI?
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1,127
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86BirdSE
Has anyone else verified the v6 throttle cable...
Has anyone else verified the v6 throttle cable being close enough? How about the TV Cable as well?
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Tech / General Engine
12-21-2004, 09:00 AM
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Somebody get me a doctor!!!!!!!!
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2,367
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86BirdSE
Two words...
Exhaust Restriction. Have you replaced your catalytic convertor yet?
Forum:
TPI
12-13-2004, 08:35 AM
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365
Important/Useful :
Repinning TBI to Speed Density TPI
Views:
120,124
Posted By
86BirdSE
The IAC might not work. What "v6" injectors did...
The IAC might not work. What "v6" injectors did you get... if they are 2.8/3.1 v6 injectors, they may not be enough.
"Many Mild 350 TPI applications need a 24lb injector... stock on 1990-1994...
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FAQ Board
11-11-2004, 11:58 AM
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138
This is what your AIR injection system looks like
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75,471
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86BirdSE
It might affect efficiency
If you've ever hooked up a scan tool to your ecm, the air pump switches on and off from time to time. The stock ECM is calibrated to compensate for the injected air by adding a fixed number to the...
Forum:
TPI
11-06-2004, 11:03 PM
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29
Frustrated with TPI - What changes to make to improve?
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1,448
Posted By
86BirdSE
What fuel stabilizer was it?
From what I understand, all a fuel stabilizer does is absorb moisture. Some dry gas, or STP Gas Treatment would do the same thing, and won't harm your sensors.
Also, run your tank as low as you...
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