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07-08-2014, 12:49 PM
Thread: 94 LT1 High Idle+Hard Start
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I'll have to go rent a fuel pressure test kit,...
I'll have to go rent a fuel pressure test kit, but I know there are no vacuum leaks, and the coolant temp sensor that feeds the ECM is reading accurately, according to my scantool.
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07-07-2014, 09:41 PM
Thread: 94 LT1 High Idle+Hard Start
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I won't have access to my parts car until...
I won't have access to my parts car until Wednesday now, I had a bit of a mishap in my DD, and have an appointment in the morning to take it in for a replacement rear windshield. . . Don't ask. I'll...
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07-05-2014, 02:47 AM
Thread: 94 LT1 High Idle+Hard Start
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94 LT1 High Idle+Hard Start
Guys, I want to run the symptoms by you, and see if we are thinking the same thing here. . .
Car is a '94 Formula LT1/T56. I have replaced all ignition and fuel system components, including:... -
06-19-2014, 10:32 PM
Thread: Clutch Issues
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I realized it was working fine after I got...
I realized it was working fine after I got everything put back together, I just thought those straps would have broken off like the ones in my '94 V6 Camaro, I think they broke the first time I...
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06-19-2014, 10:31 PM
Thread: Clutch Issues
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Well, I got the new clutch and everything...
Well, I got the new clutch and everything installed today. Every issue I had is resolved, with the exception of the 2nd gear grind. Looks like I'll be pulling the trans again later this year to...
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06-18-2014, 02:55 PM
Thread: Clutch Issues
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Well, I started pulling the trans (only stopped...
Well, I started pulling the trans (only stopped because the weather turned to ****), and when I pulled the slave cylinder, a piece of friction material fell out. Probably about 1.5" x 1.5", that is...
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06-10-2014, 08:54 PM
Thread: Clutch Issues
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Yes, sealed/pre-bled unit. Felt exactly the same...
Yes, sealed/pre-bled unit. Felt exactly the same as it did before replacing them. I'll likely be ordering a clutch fork and pivot as soon as the money is available, like I said, my budget is blown...
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06-10-2014, 12:26 AM
Thread: Clutch Issues
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Clutch Master and Slave cylinders replaced...
Clutch Master and Slave cylinders replaced tonight, no change. Symptoms still persist. I'm going to replace the clutch set, rear main seal, and inspect the clutch fork for signs of bending or other...
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06-09-2014, 11:14 AM
Thread: Clutch Issues
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The new master/slave cylinder assembly arrived...
The new master/slave cylinder assembly arrived today, I'm hoping to get it installed either tonight or tomorrow.
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06-08-2014, 07:08 PM
Thread: Loan a Tool
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I made one with a piece of threaded rod, a series...
I made one with a piece of threaded rod, a series of progressively larger washers, and a nut. Use assembly lube between all of the washers to make it easier to turn. Worked like a charm, I still...
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06-08-2014, 05:02 PM
Thread: Clutch Issues
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I will definitely post up what I find out. ...
I will definitely post up what I find out. Thanks for the info, I had no idea they could bend like that!
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06-08-2014, 12:43 PM
Thread: Clutch Issues
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Unfortunately, that's a bit out of my budget at...
Unfortunately, that's a bit out of my budget at the moment. I will inspect the parts when I replace the clutch, but I believe the hydraulics will fix it. If not, I'll tear it down and get it ready...
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06-06-2014, 11:16 PM
Thread: Clutch Issues
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I have no idea how many miles are on it, but over...
I have no idea how many miles are on it, but over the 5000 miles I've actually driven the car, it seems to have started, worsened, and eventually wound up failing completely. I'm sure it's just the...
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06-06-2014, 10:17 PM
Thread: Clutch Issues
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Well, I got the rest of the parts ordered today,...
Well, I got the rest of the parts ordered today, including a Rear Main Seal kit, clutch alignment tool, roller pilot bearing, and an assembled/pre-bled Master/Slave Cylinder set. Once all of the...
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06-04-2014, 09:16 PM
Thread: Clutch Issues
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Well, I found a smokin' deal from a member on a...
Well, I found a smokin' deal from a member on a Centerforce clutch, it's used, but it's got to be better than the stocker that's in the car. Price was right, so I should be able to get new...
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06-04-2014, 09:07 PM
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Thanks again, ZOHAN! Will leave positive...
Thanks again, ZOHAN! Will leave positive feedback once the clutch set arrives.
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06-04-2014, 04:04 PM
Thread: Clutch Issues
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Is that something that can be checked without...
Is that something that can be checked without removing the trans? I am planning to pull the trans later this week, but if there are things I can do to narrow down the list of possibilities before I...
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06-04-2014, 02:13 PM
Thread: Clutch Issues
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Clutch feels completely normal, still acts just...
Clutch feels completely normal, still acts just like it did before. I added some fluid, raised the front of the car, and pumped the hell out of the clutch pedal with the reservoir cap off today,...
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06-03-2014, 11:49 PM
Thread: Clutch Issues
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Clutch Issues
So, I finally got my car running right, and on the way home from the 10th Annual MIFBody Meet and Greet, I started having clutch issues. About 30 miles from home, the clutch stopped disengaging...
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06-02-2014, 09:34 PM
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Do you still have the clutch? Mine failed on...
Do you still have the clutch? Mine failed on Saturday, in need of a replacement. . . Can send payment immediately.
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05-01-2014, 09:05 PM
Thread: Backfire/Misfire, Part Deux...
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Found a second job slinging parts at the local...
Found a second job slinging parts at the local auto parts shop. Pay sucks, but they're working around my schedule, and I'm only in it for some extra "play money" during the month. Bonus: 20%...
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04-26-2014, 06:47 AM
Thread: Backfire/Misfire, Part Deux...
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That explains it. . . Still, with the backfire, I...
That explains it. . . Still, with the backfire, I would have expected the knock sensor to be going crazy, but it hasn't been.
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04-25-2014, 07:27 AM
Thread: Backfire/Misfire, Part Deux...
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There haven't been any codes. Thats why I'm so...
There haven't been any codes. Thats why I'm so confused, usually if it's an Opti issue, it'll throw a high- or low-res pulse code. If it's a consistent misfire on one cylinder, it'll throw a...
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04-24-2014, 11:52 AM
Thread: Backfire/Misfire, Part Deux...
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Well, I put some HEET in the tank to remove...
Well, I put some HEET in the tank to remove moisture, topped the tank off with 93 octane, and drove about 5-10 miles, no improvement, but it's still early. New plugs and wires will be installed on...
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04-23-2014, 10:52 AM
Thread: Backfire/Misfire, Part Deux...
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I will do that, no harm in trying at this point. ...
I will do that, no harm in trying at this point. Not to mention, they would be easier to install than a set of stock replacement wires, and I think the OTVC looms look pretty cool. . . Not that...
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