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Old Jul 21, 2001 | 11:58 PM
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HELP ME, I AM DESPERATE!!!!!

i took my car to the shop the other today to get teh heating core replaced, and the ac workin. And now when i got it back, i floor it and the car doesnt go faster than my dads subaru legacy with only 165 horses in a 4 cylinder!

This is really pissing me off, i havent drivin my car in over two weeks now, and now it doesnt even move, it takes about 10 sec to get to 60, maybe more!!

Please post back with details in any engine work, i will be grateful!!

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1992 z28 25th Anniversary
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Old Jul 22, 2001 | 12:12 AM
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- check the catalytic converter
- run some fuel injector cleaner thru
- make sure they reconnected the wiring in the passenger side

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1992 Pontiac Firebird
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1985 Chevy Z28
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- In the process of restoration!
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Old Jul 22, 2001 | 01:01 AM
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hell if u have to bring it back, and just ask wut all they had to unhook, etc. and maybe they will have some sort of clue.

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Old Jul 22, 2001 | 01:28 AM
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Yeah I say take it back unless they are total a$$holes they will at least look at it for free.

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Old Jul 22, 2001 | 09:09 AM
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Thx guys, i have to wait till tomorrow to take it back

Before i even went there my car started up right away, now it doesnt even start, i have to push the gas first, Why is this????? can it be fixed????

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