Car runs really strong when the engine is not warmed up
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Car runs really strong when the engine is not warmed up
So i have a 1988 firebird v6 2.8
When Cold started the car runs really strong and fast for a few minutes until engine is warmes up. After that it runs really slow and sluggish. Im talking 0-20 open throttle takes around 7 seconds. I dont know what to do or how to fix it. It seems i might have a heat problem or something? Thank you for your responses.
-Erick.
When Cold started the car runs really strong and fast for a few minutes until engine is warmes up. After that it runs really slow and sluggish. Im talking 0-20 open throttle takes around 7 seconds. I dont know what to do or how to fix it. It seems i might have a heat problem or something? Thank you for your responses.
-Erick.
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From: Portland, OR
Car: 86 Imponte Ruiner 450GT, 91 Formula
Engine: 350 Vortec, FIRST TPI, 325 RWHP
Transmission: 700R4 3000 stall.
Axle/Gears: 9 Bolt Torsen 3.70
Re: Car runs really strong when the engine is not warmed up
Test the coolant temp sensor.
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