bc86
07-14-2004, 11:09 AM
I've priced out a replacment carb for $50 from a wrecker, but I would like to try to fix the prob b4 going that route. So, heres the details.
First:
I seem to b having an overheating prob when on the highway for an extended period of time, also, when going up hill. First thing comes to mind would b head gasket, however, had that tested last summer. Mind u, this problem is new as of this summer, so maybe I will have to go that route, but anyways, I have been nudged to replace the rad, hopefully will b gettin one from a wrecker, chances r slim however, as most cars are written off on the front end. Does this sound about right to everyone??
Second:
Having some carb issues, but who doesnt. I've noticed the Intake air temp control system doesnt seem to b workin. There is always a vacum on the line. (The one that controls my air intake, exaust or fender air) After hours of driving, this doesnt seem to go away.. Maybe replace the sensor?? I dont know too much about this.
Third:
I've replaced my throttle cable prob a year back, cuz I was having this prop, and a year later, if yet to work it out. Basically its almost like the throttle is sticking. Im trying to set my idle higher, but had to 'pull up' on the piece, where the cable attaches to the carb. I cant seem to figure out y its not coming up all the way. I heard something along the lines of lithium grease, but I cant see that making a difference. Hopefully somebody will have some good input. Or just tell me how to fix my car.
Fourth: Standing in the rear end, really smells like my car is running lean, would it just b worth it to replace the carb? Even if it is one from a wrecker, at least I have the xtra one to rebuild.. Cuz I cant see the idle being high or low making my car run lean, and it has seemed like Im using more gas now. Give me some input and ideas.
First:
I seem to b having an overheating prob when on the highway for an extended period of time, also, when going up hill. First thing comes to mind would b head gasket, however, had that tested last summer. Mind u, this problem is new as of this summer, so maybe I will have to go that route, but anyways, I have been nudged to replace the rad, hopefully will b gettin one from a wrecker, chances r slim however, as most cars are written off on the front end. Does this sound about right to everyone??
Second:
Having some carb issues, but who doesnt. I've noticed the Intake air temp control system doesnt seem to b workin. There is always a vacum on the line. (The one that controls my air intake, exaust or fender air) After hours of driving, this doesnt seem to go away.. Maybe replace the sensor?? I dont know too much about this.
Third:
I've replaced my throttle cable prob a year back, cuz I was having this prop, and a year later, if yet to work it out. Basically its almost like the throttle is sticking. Im trying to set my idle higher, but had to 'pull up' on the piece, where the cable attaches to the carb. I cant seem to figure out y its not coming up all the way. I heard something along the lines of lithium grease, but I cant see that making a difference. Hopefully somebody will have some good input. Or just tell me how to fix my car.
Fourth: Standing in the rear end, really smells like my car is running lean, would it just b worth it to replace the carb? Even if it is one from a wrecker, at least I have the xtra one to rebuild.. Cuz I cant see the idle being high or low making my car run lean, and it has seemed like Im using more gas now. Give me some input and ideas.