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red top 4age problems

Postby 89fxgt » Fri Jul 23, 2004 6:32 pm

k theres sumfin wrong wif my poor car
wenever its cold and im just drivin normaly, it starts to jump around, kinda bunnyhop, wen i give it sum gas or change up gears. like it dont have the power to pull itslef along. it does it wen its warm, but not as bad. i think it mite be timing, sumfin to do with the spark plugs or fuel?? can any one confirm what it is and how much id be lookin at to fix?? anything at all would really help.
cheers
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Re: red top 4age problems

Postby Monsterbishi » Fri Jul 23, 2004 8:10 pm

89fxgt wrote:k theres sumfin wrong wif my poor car
wenever its cold and im just drivin normaly, it starts to jump around, kinda bunnyhop, wen i give it sum gas or change up gears. like it dont have the power to pull itslef along. it does it wen its warm, but not as bad. i think it mite be timing, sumfin to do with the spark plugs or fuel?? can any one confirm what it is and how much id be lookin at to fix?? anything at all would really help.
cheers


Sounds like you've got a spark dropping out, borrow a set of ht leads, coil lead included(if it's even got a dizzy) And see how you go.
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Postby WeirdGTi16 » Fri Jul 23, 2004 10:20 pm

Sounds like time for a good Tune Up :?:
Try checking Spark plugs , Air & Fuel filters (replace if needed). Check the timing & fuel mixture(adjust if necesary) , add some injector cleaner to tank.
Part of good diagnostics is to eliminate the basics first. If & when engine is in good tuned state and problem still present you can look a bit further by checking Ignition leads , dizzy cap & rotor , wiring connectors for moisture & looseness etc
If you don't have the apptitude or ability to do this your self or have a "mate" then it's off to the garage :!:
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Postby 89fxgt » Sun Jul 25, 2004 2:48 pm

lol thanx, sounds too technical 4 me so looks like im off to th garage, jst as soon as i get sum extra cash
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