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Posted By middian

Re: Stalling/Bogging/No Start(videos)

UPDATE: Today the car started bogging on me again after a few ours of driving it. This time i got a huge clue as to whats going on here, THE CAR OVERHEATED. DING DING DING. Sometimes a symptom of a...

Forum: Carburetors

01-27-2016, 12:40 AM

Replies: 19

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Posted By middian

Re: Stalling/Bogging/No Start(videos)

Module and coil have been replaced not too long ago. They didnt say anything about the distributor being bad. Ill look into replacing plugs and wires

Forum: Carburetors

01-26-2016, 09:36 PM

Replies: 19

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Posted By middian

Re: Stalling/Bogging/No Start(videos)

Car ran perfectly fine today. She seems to run fine at times and just give me hell every now and then too. It doesnt seem like a consistent issue at all. Started without a problem and ran fine all...

Forum: Carburetors

01-25-2016, 07:45 PM

Replies: 19

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Posted By middian

Re: Stalling/Bogging/No Start(videos)

I do smell a strong odor coming out of the exhaust. Kind of smells like carbon like a lot of gas being burned. Would a bad tps cause the car to run rich? I heard a rich mixture would then in turn...

Forum: Carburetors

01-25-2016, 06:49 PM

Replies: 19

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Posted By middian

Re: Stalling/Bogging/No Start(videos)

Got you. Im gonna try and dump the tank tomorrow and check the filter. I was able to pull the line off and the chamber looked pretty clean actually. Im gonna also try some carb cleaner.

Forum: Carburetors

01-25-2016, 12:41 PM

Replies: 19

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Posted By middian

Re: Stalling/Bogging/No Start(videos)

I believe you are correct. Tried pulling the fuel line to the carb off and it just wont stop gushing gasoline out of the line, is this normal? Car is off, key is on me, i did however start the car...

Forum: Exhaust

01-25-2016, 11:43 AM

Replies: 16

clogged catalytic converter

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Posted By middian

Re: clogged catalytic converter

im getting this on a cold start. Fuel pump working properly, filter replaced, ignition module and coil replaced about a year ago. Could it have gone bad already?
Cold start - YouTube

Forum: Carburetors

01-25-2016, 11:33 AM

Replies: 19

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Posted By middian

Re: Stalling/Bogging/No Start(videos)

Apparently its doing it when the car is cold now too. You can see what i mean by the car loosing power as i give it more throttle.
Cold start - YouTube

Forum: Carburetors

01-25-2016, 11:00 AM

Replies: 19

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Posted By middian

Re: Stalling/Bogging/No Start(videos)

Nose of the carb. Little filter on fuel line inlet

Forum: Carburetors

01-24-2016, 10:46 PM

Replies: 19

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Posted By middian

Re: Stalling/Bogging/No Start(videos)

could it be my cat?

Forum: Carburetors

01-24-2016, 10:45 PM

Replies: 19

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Posted By middian

Re: Stalling/Bogging/No Start(videos)

as i mentioned filter was replaced

Forum: Carburetors

01-24-2016, 06:27 PM

Replies: 19

Views: 1,130

Posted By middian

Re: Stalling/Bogging/No Start(videos)

pouring gas in the carb when it doesnt wana start seems to only get it running for a second or two at most

Forum: Carburetors

01-24-2016, 06:26 PM

Replies: 19

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Posted By middian

Re: Stalling/Bogging/No Start(videos)

to me the reason why the car stalls on me feels more like the carb is intermittently either being flooded or somehow not getting enough gas. Does not feel like a steady loss of power. it is very...

Forum: Carburetors

01-24-2016, 06:21 PM

Replies: 19

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Posted By middian

Stalling/Bogging/No Start(videos)

What im experiencing feels like the carburetor is either flooding or not getting enough gas. I first thought this was a fuel pump/filter issue but after testing the fuel pump(mechanical, pulled line...

Forum: Cooling

01-15-2016, 04:12 PM

Replies: 9

Where does this vacuum go? (picture)

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Posted By middian

Re: Where does this vacuum go? (picture)

I got under the car today and the valve is wide open being held in place by a wire so its always open. Considering i live in Los Angeles i guess it really doesnt matter now does it? Should I keep the...

Forum: Cooling

01-14-2016, 09:34 PM

Replies: 9

Where does this vacuum go? (picture)

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Posted By middian

Re: Where does this vacuum go? (picture)

oh god dont even get me started with these California emission standards hahaha :D and where might my EFE valve be located?

Forum: Cooling

01-14-2016, 07:36 PM

Replies: 9

Where does this vacuum go? (picture)

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Posted By middian

Where does this vacuum go? (picture)

This thing has been unplugged since i bougt the car. Recently plugged it and have been having issues here and there. Can someone tell me if i even need this plugged at all or where this plugs to? Its...

Forum: Carburetors

01-14-2016, 07:21 PM

Replies: 14

Code 21 TPS?

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Posted By middian

Re: Code 21 TPS?

I also think i broke this a while back while messing with the air filter cover. It is connected to a vacuum which connects in a T connection with the choke pull off before going to the front of the...

Forum: Carburetors

01-14-2016, 07:19 PM

Replies: 14

Code 21 TPS?

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Posted By middian

Re: Code 21 TPS?

so i just went out and tested the choke pull off. It works. stays pulled in when vacuum is applied however it doesnt seem to do anything to the choke plate and when the green rod thing pulls on the...

Forum: Carburetors

01-14-2016, 06:55 PM

Replies: 14

Code 21 TPS?

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Posted By middian

Re: Code 21 TPS?

ill check this right now and take photos. it happened to me again yesterday. car died soon after taking off and i had to pour gas in the carb to gt her started again. while driving home she was...

Forum: Carburetors

01-05-2016, 06:28 PM

Replies: 14

Code 21 TPS?

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Posted By middian

Re: Code 21 TPS?

Also just ran the car for about 10 minutes while going on a water run. Sarted up right away and ran, shut off, and started first crank again. So im guessing the problem may be pertaining to the tps...

Forum: Carburetors

01-05-2016, 06:07 PM

Replies: 14

Code 21 TPS?

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Posted By middian

Re: Code 21 TPS?

surging with light pressure to pedal. when i would give it more throttle(add more pressure to pedal) it engine felt like it was about to shut off. As if it where flooding the carb or fuel pump was...

Forum: Carburetors

01-05-2016, 04:40 PM

Replies: 14

Code 21 TPS?

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Posted By middian

Re: Code 21 TPS?

Got this code a few days ago. Car ran with a high idle for a while id tap the gas and it would return to normal sometimes, sometimes it wouldnt and id shut the car off and it would diesel out on me....

Forum: Cooling

12-21-2015, 05:46 PM

Replies: 9

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Posted By middian

Re: Leaking Coolant form this thing (Picture)

no wetness... hmm :huh:

Forum: Cooling

12-21-2015, 05:45 PM

Replies: 9

Views: 1,118

Posted By middian

Re: Leaking Coolant form this thing (Picture)

Thanks for the tip i was about to just wash everything

Forum: Cooling

12-19-2015, 03:26 PM

Replies: 9

Views: 1,118

Posted By middian

Re: Leaking Coolant form this thing (Picture)

would that be why im smelling coolant even with the windows up through the vents?

Forum: Cooling

12-19-2015, 02:42 PM

Replies: 9

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Posted By middian

Re: Leaking Coolant form this thing (Picture)

Ill be hitting the car wash sooner than i thought :driving:

Forum: Cooling

12-19-2015, 01:53 PM

Replies: 9

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Posted By middian

Re: Leaking Coolant form this thing (Picture)

Thanks for the info. I have passed this car through smog no problem with the AIR diverter unhooked on the top end :huh: ??? It was one of those "dont pass dont pay" smog centers though.

I have a...

Forum: Cooling

12-18-2015, 04:38 PM

Replies: 9

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Posted By middian

Leaking Coolant form this thing (Picture)

So Ive been smelling the slight scent of what i believe is coolant in my cabin especially when i have the heater on and today I found this thing leaking(circled in red). Can someone tell me what it...

Forum: Brakes

11-23-2015, 11:46 AM

Replies: 3

Brake Hose Replacement

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Posted By middian

Re: Brake Hose Replacement

thanks for the info guys

Forum: Brakes

11-18-2015, 03:26 PM

Replies: 3

Brake Hose Replacement

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Posted By middian

Brake Hose Replacement

I will be replacing my brake calipers on my 87 soon and I wanted to replace the brake hoses while im at it. Ill be replacing both front hoses and I believe there is one in the back. Auto parts store...

Forum: Electronics

09-05-2015, 01:42 AM

Replies: 6

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Posted By middian

Re: Help finding this connector? (pictures)

im heading down to the junkyard tomorrow to see if ican pull this wire. Thanks :thumbsup:

Forum: Electronics

09-02-2015, 07:26 PM

Replies: 6

Views: 4,507

Posted By middian

Re: Help finding this connector? (pictures)

do i just splice and connect the ends with butt connectors?

Forum: Electronics

09-02-2015, 05:00 PM

Replies: 6

Views: 4,507

Posted By middian

Re: Help finding this connector? (pictures)

Got it. Could that be what was causing my car to bogg or is that an unrelated issue? I just found the connectors online but these are for a fuel injected car as mine is a 4 barrel. are they the same?

Forum: Electronics

09-02-2015, 04:46 PM

Replies: 6

Views: 4,507

Posted By middian

Help finding this connector? (pictures)

The other day i was driving down the road and my car started bogging and had loss of power. the car eventually shut off and would NOT start at ALL. I found the problem after a while. these connectors...

Forum: Electronics

08-09-2015, 03:17 PM

Replies: 10

Views: 7,189

Posted By middian

Re: right turn signal wont work!

I actually had to unscrew the whole thing. It was a pita but pretty straightforward. Anyways. Replaced bulbs, nothing, replaced flasher, bingo! Thanks for the help guys

Forum: Electronics

08-09-2015, 03:28 AM

Replies: 10

Views: 7,189

Posted By middian

Re: right turn signal wont work!

10-4! ill give it a go. Im just gonna go ahead and replace the bulbs theyre a bit old.

Forum: Electronics

08-09-2015, 03:27 AM

Replies: 10

Views: 7,189

Posted By middian

Re: right turn signal wont work!

ill look into that! how hard would this be?

Forum: Electronics

08-08-2015, 12:36 AM

Replies: 10

Views: 7,189

Posted By middian

Re: right turn signal wont work!

I am having somewhat the same issue. Hazards work all the way around but when i hit the signal it will flash intermittently or just stay on with no flashes. Bulbs work apparently considering the...

Forum: Electronics

07-26-2015, 04:57 AM

Replies: 10

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Posted By middian

Re: Can anyone identify this connector?

Ill check in the AM

Forum: Electronics

07-25-2015, 03:43 PM

Replies: 10

Views: 718

Posted By middian

Re: Can anyone identify this connector?

my oil pressure gauge works just fine.... hmm :confused:

Forum: Electronics

07-24-2015, 12:24 PM

Replies: 10

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Posted By middian

Re: Can anyone identify this connector?

any idea where i could locate the switch? I dont have an issue when parking or anything so id think my switch is working properly?

Forum: Electronics

07-22-2015, 04:07 PM

Replies: 10

Views: 718

Posted By middian

Re: Can anyone identify this connector?

haha thanks for the help!
Well a few things but i dont think they made be related.
for one my temperature gauge doesnt wanna work. and my fuel gauge doesnt really work either. Ive replaced the temp...

Forum: Electronics

07-20-2015, 03:03 PM

Replies: 10