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Old Mar 15, 2008 | 01:19 PM
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Stalling issues (dash pot)

Since the weather is starting to be a little warmer, my car gets back to its normal operating temperature a lot quicker these day, however this is causing me some problems. The computer sets the idle speed higher before the car warms up, now that it allows for a 800rpm idle speed almost immediately after the car is started it stalls out when i let off the gas. I know i need a new dash pot to slows the return of the throttle however I cant find this part for my 84 gsl-se anywhere, ive checked rock auto, and black dragon, along with all the local part store. Any suggestions on where i might find one?
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Old Mar 15, 2008 | 01:38 PM
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I was able to get one for my '80 from the local mazda dealership. Around 80 bucks I think.
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Old Mar 16, 2008 | 09:39 AM
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Have you tried to adjust the dashpot? It has a threaded mounting with a lock nut to keep it in the right place. I have several if you decide you need one. I have a feeling there is more to your stalling problem than the dashpot. Have you seen David Lane's excellent article on GSLSE idle problems?
http://mrmazda.no-ip.com/gslseidle.html
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Old Mar 16, 2008 | 12:06 PM
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the dashpot has nothing to do with it.

have you cleaned out the idle contol valve? have you adjusted the thermowax?

if you really do need a dashpot, mazda's the only place to get it, and they are kinda $$$, considering it does next to nothing
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