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Club Events / Re: RESCHEDULED RUN FOR THE HILLS # 29
« on: October 17, 2024, 12:37:09 pm »
I'm not going to be able to make it. I had a family emergency last night and it's not going to get resolved in time.
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Club Events / Re: RESCHEDULED RUN FOR THE HILLS # 29
« on: October 11, 2024, 01:46:40 pm »
I reserved my room today.
For my last stupid question, are there any more shirts available? Since I didn't think I'd be able to attend until it was rescheduled, I didn't order one...
For my last stupid question, are there any more shirts available? Since I didn't think I'd be able to attend until it was rescheduled, I didn't order one...
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Club Events / Re: RESCHEDULED RUN FOR THE HILLS # 29
« on: October 03, 2024, 04:44:00 am »
Were you guys able to get through on the hotel number, or did you have to call the manager?
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Club Events / Re: RFTH 29 Postponed
« on: September 24, 2024, 08:30:49 pm »
I wasn't going to be able to make it this weekend, but I actually should be able to do it on the rescheduled weekend.
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Club Events / Re: RunFor The Hills # 29, September 27-29, 2024
« on: August 05, 2024, 08:58:05 pm »
I've got a room reserved. I had some Wyndham points I used, so I don't think my reservation went towards the room count for the event. I still might not make it. I have a lot on my plate right now being a full time student, working full time, and dealing with everything else. I also haven't had time to work on the 3800SC swap, though I think I might have made some headway in getting the original 2.8 to run and idle halfway decent. I had hoped to have either it going, or my Mustang, but most likely will be in my Focus again.
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Tech Tips, Tech Questions / Re: Idle issues...
« on: September 19, 2023, 11:46:15 am »
Kind of a moot point now. I was loading the car on the trailer this morning to haul it to a friend's house in East TN. Intention being if I had a failure at RFTH I would inly have to worry about getting it to his house to get it back home. Blew the water pump out in the process. So it's going back in the shop to start on the 3800SC swap. Back in the Focus for another run. Darn it.
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Tech Tips, Tech Questions / Re: Idle issues...
« on: September 15, 2023, 12:50:30 am »
Cold start injector is removed. The holes in the intake and fuel rail have been plugged.
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Tech Tips, Tech Questions / Re: Idle issues...
« on: September 14, 2023, 11:26:09 pm »
I noticed that when the fuel pump primes after you turn the key on, the pressure rises to 45psi, then over the course of about 30 seconds, drops to 20 and sits there. I'm not sure if that's normal. While it's running, it maintains 35-42 psi.
I didn't replace the pulsator in the sender with a pieice of fuel line, I'm kind of kicking myself for that now.
The injectors are all new, and I'm not finding any leaks. I have a regulator rebuild kit. I'm not sure if I'll have time to do it before the RFTH, between a coolant flush, oil change, and shakedown run. I also have a new coolant sensor and oil pressure sender since the original has started to get flaky and will randomly max out and jump around.
I didn't replace the pulsator in the sender with a pieice of fuel line, I'm kind of kicking myself for that now.
The injectors are all new, and I'm not finding any leaks. I have a regulator rebuild kit. I'm not sure if I'll have time to do it before the RFTH, between a coolant flush, oil change, and shakedown run. I also have a new coolant sensor and oil pressure sender since the original has started to get flaky and will randomly max out and jump around.
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Tech Tips, Tech Questions / Re: Idle issues...
« on: September 07, 2023, 08:29:58 pm »
I haven't checked the timing because I've not messed with it. The car idled fine for the first month or so, then after sitting for several months, it started the issue. I've not loosened the distributor hold down or attempted to move it.
I've cleaned the throttle body thoroughly.
I've cleaned the throttle body thoroughly.
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Tech Tips, Tech Questions / Re: Idle issues...
« on: September 07, 2023, 03:21:40 pm »
I checked the tps voltage, and came up with 0.63. That's well within tolerances. I have a new CTS ,not installed, but seemed to be getting proper readings through the data port for it. I have gotten the car to go into closed loop as well, which should mean it's getting up to temp. At that point, it really tries to idle at 900, just stalls out at anything less than a rough 1200.
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Tech Tips, Tech Questions / Re: Idle issues...
« on: September 07, 2023, 01:09:55 pm »
I guess as a way to help others, I can share what HASNT corrected the issue. Of course barring a new component that was bad from the beginning. Also, the car did idle properly initially. I parked it in the garage while I worked on the interior-about 6 months without running. That's when it started surging and stalling.
The car has fresh plugs, wires, dist cap and rotor button. New IAC, fresh fuel, fuel filter, O2 sensor. New injectors. New high pressure pump for my 3800 swap.
I never messed with the timing from when it was running OK.
Fuel system wise, the only not new component is the regulator, and it seems to be functioning. Sensor wise, the the only ones I haven't replaced are coolant, TPS, and MAP. They all SEEM to be functioning. Ignition wise, I can only think of the pick up coil, ignition coil, and IC module. The exhaust fumes will burn your eyes if you stand back there long enough, but I kind of attributed that to lack of cat and the aftermarket exhaust. I haven't messed with the screw on the throttle body. From everything I've read, there's no reason to unless someone else has messed with it. And I'm not inclined to think that would be an issue since it was fine when I got it.
This kind of leaves only the ECM module. I'm honestly not willing to throw any more parts at it since I'll start the swap in November. If I knew exactly what I needed, I would but that one part. But not randomly throwing any more at it hoping it will fix it.
The car has fresh plugs, wires, dist cap and rotor button. New IAC, fresh fuel, fuel filter, O2 sensor. New injectors. New high pressure pump for my 3800 swap.
I never messed with the timing from when it was running OK.
Fuel system wise, the only not new component is the regulator, and it seems to be functioning. Sensor wise, the the only ones I haven't replaced are coolant, TPS, and MAP. They all SEEM to be functioning. Ignition wise, I can only think of the pick up coil, ignition coil, and IC module. The exhaust fumes will burn your eyes if you stand back there long enough, but I kind of attributed that to lack of cat and the aftermarket exhaust. I haven't messed with the screw on the throttle body. From everything I've read, there's no reason to unless someone else has messed with it. And I'm not inclined to think that would be an issue since it was fine when I got it.
This kind of leaves only the ECM module. I'm honestly not willing to throw any more parts at it since I'll start the swap in November. If I knew exactly what I needed, I would but that one part. But not randomly throwing any more at it hoping it will fix it.
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Tech Tips, Tech Questions / Re: Idle issues...
« on: August 28, 2023, 10:14:03 pm »
Yeah I haven't actually put it in gear while it's been on stands. Just idling if I started it all. I will connect the laptop to it tomorrow. I think the diagnostic software I have will read out the TPS voltage. I think I had cleaned it already, but I plan on pulling the IAC to clean the passage again just in case.
Later this year I'm planning on starting the 3800 swap, so I'm hesitant to really put anymore money/effort into the 2.8. I'd just like it to be functional in the meantime...
Later this year I'm planning on starting the 3800 swap, so I'm hesitant to really put anymore money/effort into the 2.8. I'd just like it to be functional in the meantime...
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Tech Tips, Tech Questions / Re: Idle issues...
« on: August 28, 2023, 08:49:57 pm »
I messed with it today, performing the IAC reset, and the surging settled down a bit. It really tries to idle at 900 after its up to temp, but just stalls out.
It did throw a code for VSS, even though it's on jack stands and not moving. The manual says to ignore it if the it throws that code and is not moving. But, I've read on Pennocks that of the VSS is bad it will affect the idle. I'm hoping I can get the brakes done tomorrow and wheels back on so I can drive it and try to get it all sorted out.
It did throw a code for VSS, even though it's on jack stands and not moving. The manual says to ignore it if the it throws that code and is not moving. But, I've read on Pennocks that of the VSS is bad it will affect the idle. I'm hoping I can get the brakes done tomorrow and wheels back on so I can drive it and try to get it all sorted out.
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Tech Tips, Tech Questions / Idle issues...
« on: August 28, 2023, 03:24:21 am »
Hey all, I'm having some idle issues with my 86 GT. It runs great, just idles erratically.
I've replaced/eliminated every vacuum line, and blocked every open port. The PCV system is removed, replaced by plug in breathers. EGR is removed, and I burned a chip to eliminate it from the ECU. Cold start injector is removed as well. It has a fresh tune up. I've done multiple different vacuum tests, and there are no leaks I can find. Fuel pressure usually hangs around 37-40 psi, and it holds it for a few minutes after cutting it off. Injectors are new as well.
When I crank the car, it'll surge up to 2500-3000, then drop down and quit. If I can hold the throttle for a little while as it is surging up and down, it'll eventually settle down and idle on its own. It'll usually start about 2000, then over a few minutes gradually move down to around 1100. From there it may idle for a few minutes, but will eventually work itself down to 800 or so, when it usually will just quit. Most of this time, there is a lot of popping and gurgling from the exhaust, that will go away under throttle and while driving. I have no cat, and a Borla exhaust. It honestly sounds a lot like my Focus turbo that also has no cat and Borla muffler, and also pops and gurgle, just not as badly or noticeable as the Fiero.
Driving, it runs fine, but will sometimes either quit, or surge back up to 1100-1500 if I engage the clutch at a stop or take it out of gear.
Thanks!
I've replaced/eliminated every vacuum line, and blocked every open port. The PCV system is removed, replaced by plug in breathers. EGR is removed, and I burned a chip to eliminate it from the ECU. Cold start injector is removed as well. It has a fresh tune up. I've done multiple different vacuum tests, and there are no leaks I can find. Fuel pressure usually hangs around 37-40 psi, and it holds it for a few minutes after cutting it off. Injectors are new as well.
When I crank the car, it'll surge up to 2500-3000, then drop down and quit. If I can hold the throttle for a little while as it is surging up and down, it'll eventually settle down and idle on its own. It'll usually start about 2000, then over a few minutes gradually move down to around 1100. From there it may idle for a few minutes, but will eventually work itself down to 800 or so, when it usually will just quit. Most of this time, there is a lot of popping and gurgling from the exhaust, that will go away under throttle and while driving. I have no cat, and a Borla exhaust. It honestly sounds a lot like my Focus turbo that also has no cat and Borla muffler, and also pops and gurgle, just not as badly or noticeable as the Fiero.
Driving, it runs fine, but will sometimes either quit, or surge back up to 1100-1500 if I engage the clutch at a stop or take it out of gear.
Thanks!
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Club Events / Re: RFTH 28 SEPTEMBER 22-24, 2023
« on: August 14, 2023, 01:45:31 pm »
Was able ro reserve the room online with the GFC code to get the discount price.
Looking forward to the run!
Looking forward to the run!