How tough are the computers?
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From: Waldorf, MD
Car: 91 Formula, 89 IROC
Engine: LB9, LB9
Transmission: 700R4, 700R4
Axle/Gears: Posi 2.73, Posi 2.73
How tough are the computers?
Well guys I have just about tested and changed every sensor in the car and changed things like injectors and what not, if anyone had followed my other thread a few weeks back they will remember. The only thing left is the computer. What are the chances of the computer messing up or going bad in these cars? I would figure the computer would go bad before the chip would. It just aggrivates me that the car runs worse cold and gets a little better when in closed loop but still not good. Just curious guys, thanks.
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From: Guilford, Connecticut
Car: 1988 IROC-Z camaro
Engine: 355 TPI
Transmission: tko 500
Axle/Gears: Dana 44 3.31 posi pbr brakes
Re: How tough are the computers?
Ive had a couple go out on me so yea they arnt the strongest things out there and if you replaced everything else then maybe u should consider the computer. Do you have a buddy that will loan you a good computer to test?
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From: Waldorf, MD
Car: 91 Formula, 89 IROC
Engine: LB9, LB9
Transmission: 700R4, 700R4
Axle/Gears: Posi 2.73, Posi 2.73
Re: How tough are the computers?
All my buddies have 89 and older computers, isnt there a difference?
Re: How tough are the computers?
Yes, 89 and before used the 165, 90-92 uses the 730. I bet you can pick up a 730 for cheap in the classifieds, they are very common and came on a lot of cars.
I had one die once, however what would happen is the car would just shut off then not start for a random period of time. My understanding is that it is pretty much all or nothing.
I had one die once, however what would happen is the car would just shut off then not start for a random period of time. My understanding is that it is pretty much all or nothing.
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