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Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-10-2011, 04:30 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 8,165
Posted By joe350

Re: misfire under load

Like I said, it could be lots of stuff. Low fuel pressure under load would be my next guess but it is possible that the problem exists at idle as well but is not as noticeable. Also, check your...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
04-10-2011, 03:31 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 8,165
Posted By joe350

Re: misfire under load

Lots of stuff. You should probably replace your cap and rotor if you haven't already to eliminate them as a possibility. After that I would look at fuel pressure under load. If it is low then the...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-07-2011, 04:40 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 327
Posted By joe350

How Rich Will I Run?

I recently swapped out some leaky injectors with some old injectors that I had. This fixed the rough idle problem I was having but it seems to me to be a bad idea to have mismatched injectors so I...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
03-07-2011, 03:32 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 22,061
Posted By joe350

Re: Where is the Map sensor?

High idle is generally from a rather large vacuum leak, a bad IAC, or someone setting the minimum idle air high to prevent the car from stalling :) From your pictures it looks like you might have a...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
01-06-2011, 05:51 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,159
Posted By joe350

Re: Urgg,about to just give up

I'm not trying to be a wise guy here but I think it is important to not confuse terminology when trying to troubleshoot a problem like this. A carburetor is a method of fuel delivery. So is...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
01-05-2011, 02:26 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,159
Posted By joe350

Re: Urgg,about to just give up

Anyone else see a problem with him trying to rebuild the carb on a TBI engine or is it just me?
Forum: Tech / General Engine
01-05-2011, 06:17 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 8,138
Posted By joe350

Re: ...lost power while driving?

Thats right, it's a TBI... Someone earlier suggesting opening the air element and having someone crank the engine to see if the injectors are firing. This is a good idea. Since there are only two...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
01-04-2011, 02:55 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 8,138
Posted By joe350

Re: ...lost power while driving?

With a 305 TBI engine you have an electric in-tank fuel pump. To run a fuel pressure test you will need a fuel pressure gauge available at any parts store. There should be a capped valve on your...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
01-04-2011, 12:48 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 8,138
Posted By joe350

Re: ...lost power while driving?

Sounds like you are at a point where you need to start running some tests instead of throwing parts at it. I would recommend a fuel pressure and spark test to start with. Remember, your car needs...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-04-2010, 07:50 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,010
Posted By joe350

Re: fuel pump noise....while car not on.

Definitely not the pump. The problem has to be in something that is supplying the pump it's power. A sticking relay is likely the cause.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-30-2010, 07:06 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 433
Posted By joe350

Re: Where can I get a new HSR?

Changed name, that would do it... :thanks:
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-29-2010, 07:41 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 433
Posted By joe350

Where can I get a new HSR?

Back 5 years ago when I bought my 91 z28 I spec'd out parts and decided on a Holly Stealth Ram for my intake. Well, things happened and I haven't been able to afford anything until recently. Now I...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-27-2010, 11:47 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 736
Posted By joe350

Re: what is this ?? pics

Cruise control. As for the sphere below it, I am unsure what you are talking about so I cannot speculate.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-20-2007, 09:46 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 603
Posted By joe350

Re: Fuel in oil?

Assuming that you are getting spark and your timing is correct, this sounds like a problem with incorrect fuel mixture. This could be caused by nearly anything, but you are on the right track...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-23-2007, 05:24 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 765
Posted By joe350

Re: weird brake problem please HELP!

Awesome job describing the problem there bilms01, I would have just used physics terms but it wouldn't have held anyone's attention the same way. I had the same problem and it was indeed the rubber...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-25-2007, 11:08 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 10,297
Posted By joe350

Re: Engine Ticking with rough running.

Consistant ticking like this is usually caused either by an exhaust leak or lifters somehow. There is a difference in the noise they make, but the difference is difficult to describe. How new are...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-25-2007, 11:01 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 451
Posted By joe350

Re: some gauges not working

Make sure they are hooked up. I drove around for like 6 months thinking that my temp gague was blown. Then I changed my spark plugs and while I was in the area I realized that somehow I had...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-12-2007, 06:24 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,557
Posted By joe350

Re: very bad day at the dyno

I notice you didn't mention anything about heads or exhaust in your post. If these are still stock, those numbers wouldn't be too suprising.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-13-2007, 05:27 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 8,214
Posted By joe350

The TPS sits on the throttle opposite where the...

The TPS sits on the throttle opposite where the throttle cable connects. (shame on you for working at PEP Boys and not knowing that :) ) The TPS adding more fuel will not increase your idle RPM...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-11-2007, 05:24 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 8,214
Posted By joe350

Idling too high ALWAYS ALWAYS ALWAYS means you...

Idling too high ALWAYS ALWAYS ALWAYS means you are getting too much air. If your injectors were spraying too much or you otherwise were getting too much gas or your EGR was stuck open, you would...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
02-11-2007, 05:15 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 880
Posted By joe350

Thats just the wire that allows power to flow...

Thats just the wire that allows power to flow from the alternator to the battery. The three point connecter on top of the alternator is what actually tells it whether or not to engage.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-25-2006, 04:40 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 578
Posted By joe350

I would go with either coolant or power steering...

I would go with either coolant or power steering fluid, but its difficult to tell from the picture.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-25-2006, 06:46 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 8,691
Posted By joe350

I never had any problems doing this with both v6...

I never had any problems doing this with both v6 f-Bodies that I owned. I believe neither had limited slip. With the 350 it should be even easier unless you are somehow cutting fuel by turning too...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-25-2006, 06:38 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 397
Posted By joe350

Its either a fuel system problem (too rich) or...

Its either a fuel system problem (too rich) or someone installed a flame kit and did not tell you about it.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-04-2006, 05:59 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 594
Posted By joe350

If you want it to stay in open loop, just unplug...

If you want it to stay in open loop, just unplug the 02 sensor. It will have no other choice. However unless your 02 sensor is bad I don't think that will solve your problem. It is one of the few...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-04-2006, 05:47 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,198
Posted By joe350

Runner length and port/valve size as they relate...

Runner length and port/valve size as they relate to your cam and intake will play a much larger role in your over all power generation than the material your heads are made out of. It is all about...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-22-2006, 10:20 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 533
Posted By joe350

If the throttle linkage stop isn't touching the...

If the throttle linkage stop isn't touching the screw at closed throttle, then your throttle is sticking open. If your problem was a vacuum leak, you would not be able to set the minimum idle RPM at...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
10-16-2006, 07:09 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 623
Posted By joe350

Possibilities: Sticking throttle body, IAC...

Possibilities: Sticking throttle body, IAC faulty when warm, faulty computers/sensors (computer thinks the idle is lower than it is) when warm, or something is leaking vacuum only when warm. While...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-17-2006, 11:32 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 774
Posted By joe350

Fuel pumps, like all electric motors, work worse...

Fuel pumps, like all electric motors, work worse when hot. Usually the fuel keeps them cool, however. Thats why electric fuel pumps are installed in the tank. Also, you don't need to drive it...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-16-2006, 07:07 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 774
Posted By joe350

Sounds like lack of fuel pressure to me. Its not...

Sounds like lack of fuel pressure to me. Its not to hard to check. If thats not it, I would guess vacuum leak or bad MAF.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-14-2006, 06:24 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 539
Posted By joe350

I've had the exact same problem for about the...

I've had the exact same problem for about the past nine months. No drivability issues though.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-10-2006, 04:22 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 591
Posted By joe350

Higher RPM turns the pump faster, hence more oil...

Higher RPM turns the pump faster, hence more oil pressure. Makes sense, doesn't it?
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-09-2006, 09:21 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 441
Posted By joe350

The pick up coil is like $20. I would say its...

The pick up coil is like $20. I would say its likely your problem since you are getting no spark, but I've never had a similar problem so I can't say from experience.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-09-2006, 09:18 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,002
Posted By joe350

Awesome, go for it.

Awesome, go for it.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-08-2006, 07:21 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,002
Posted By joe350

A decent turbo setup for the v6 would pobably...

A decent turbo setup for the v6 would pobably cost about the same as the LS2. Even the LS1 would still be original, if you wanted to save money, and it still is a highly reliable platform to start...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-07-2006, 04:55 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 660
Posted By joe350

You can't check the timing if the car wont stay...

You can't check the timing if the car wont stay running. Your timing may very well be off to the point where it wont run, but if you don't already know what you are doing in that respect then now is...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-07-2006, 05:45 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 707
Posted By joe350

In that case I would either go with a bad ECM or...

In that case I would either go with a bad ECM or some other wire is shorting to your SES light wire.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-06-2006, 06:31 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 713
Posted By joe350

Code 32 means that your EGR system isn't working....

Code 32 means that your EGR system isn't working. With the symptoms you describe I would guess it is due to an uplugged, broken, or missing vacuum line to the EGR. This would cause you serious...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-06-2006, 06:27 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 707
Posted By joe350

If the light stays on when the battery is...

If the light stays on when the battery is unplugged, then either your eyes are playing tricks on you or it is wired to some other power source. My vote is for option A.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-05-2006, 08:50 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 660
Posted By joe350

Well, in your case the first thing I would do is...

Well, in your case the first thing I would do is check your coolant and oil. If either look funny, then you may have a serious problem such as a cracked head or block, or if you are lucky only a...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-05-2006, 08:40 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,002
Posted By joe350

If you do a turbo, there will be almost no...

If you do a turbo, there will be almost no documentation to help you and it will be very expensive and difficult. On the other hand you will be the only on in your area that has one. I would only...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-05-2006, 08:18 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 591
Posted By joe350

Your fine

Your fine
Forum: Tech / General Engine
09-02-2006, 04:09 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 669
Posted By joe350

There are two main possibilities here, but I will...

There are two main possibilities here, but I will need more information. First, is the fan actually turning on? If yes, then check the defrost vents (up by the windshield). If the air is blowing...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-30-2006, 05:20 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 717
Posted By joe350

Exhaust heat shields, hangers, air tubes etc are...

Exhaust heat shields, hangers, air tubes etc are notorious for rattling sounds. That being said, I wouldn't think that it would sound like a rattling chain at all. The only problem I've had that...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-30-2006, 05:10 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 541
Posted By joe350

MAF 4 life Hardcoded odometer...

MAF 4 life




Hardcoded odometer setting? :lmao:


EDIT: BTW, if you want to test this, try to drive with the MAF unplugged. It wont drive great, but if your problem doesn't happen, then...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-27-2006, 12:49 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 718
Posted By joe350

Put the cap back on it.

Put the cap back on it.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-23-2006, 10:53 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 435
Posted By joe350

Its really hard to make a car be too rich to run....

Its really hard to make a car be too rich to run. Granted, it will run like crap, but it will run nonetheless. I had a friend with a Supra that had a hole the size of a quarter in his intercooler...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-23-2006, 10:45 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 536
Posted By joe350

I beat my head against the wall on that one for a...

I beat my head against the wall on that one for a week. Eventually I figured that it had to be electrical so I checked the continuity of every wire in the wiring diagram. The fan fuse was the last...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-22-2006, 09:40 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 435
Posted By joe350

A no start condition is always either a lack of...

A no start condition is always either a lack of fuel, spark, or compression. Compression usually is not the problem. Make sure you are getting fuel pressure first, then check for spark and...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
08-22-2006, 09:36 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 586
Posted By joe350

There would be a lot I would check before I would...

There would be a lot I would check before I would assume the injectors are bad. First check fuel pressure and the resistance across each fuel injector. Does the car shake at idle, or only over a...
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